A bridge in Dresden, Germany partially collapses, drawing attention

In the early hours of September 11 local time, a partial collapse accident occurred on the Carolabrücke, an important bridge spanning the Elbe River in Dresden, a city in southeastern Germany.

It is understood that the collapsed section is about 100 meters long. This section is dedicated to tram lines and sidewalks, and the section dedicated to road vehicles is not affected. At the time of the incident, there were no vehicles on the bridge. Fortunately, there are no reports of casualties for the time being. However, this collapse accident damaged two local heating pipelines, leading to a disruption in heating supply in the area.

After the accident, the Dresden fire brigade responded quickly. Rescue workers arrived at the scene and took measures to prevent further collapse of the bridge. The local police posted a message on social media platforms. The area has been cordoned off, river transportation has also been suspended, and residents are urged to stay away from the accident section.

The Carolabrücke was built in 1892. At the end of World War II, it was blown up by the Nazi SS. It was rebuilt and opened in the 1970s. In recent years, it has undergone partial renovations. At present, the cause of the bridge collapse is still unclear, and relevant departments have launched a comprehensive investigation. This accident has had a major impact on transportation and the lives of residents in Dresden, and has also drawn the attention of the whole of Germany and even the international community. People are all looking forward to the official finding out the cause of the accident as soon as possible so that corresponding measures can be taken to prevent similar incidents from happening again. At the same time, it also provides a reference for the bridge repair and subsequent safety guarantee work in this city.