Beijing Bridge Collapses, Sparing Lives Despite Shock

April 23, 2025, 1:20 am

A sudden collapse of a major bridge in Beijing has rattled the city, though remarkably, no casualties were reported. Authorities have launched an investigation into the structural failure while assuring the public that comprehensive safety checks will be intensified to address concerns over aging infrastructure.


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