The Amazon state in northern Brazil was shocked by a major accident on the 28th local time. A highway bridge across the river suddenly ruptured and collapsed, killing at least 3 people and 15 missing.

(European News Agency)

[Instant News/Comprehensive Report] On the 28th local time, a major accident was reported in the Amazon state in northern Brazil. A highway bridge across the river suddenly ruptured and collapsed, causing at least 3 deaths and 15 missing.

According to a Reuters report, a major accident was reported in Careiro, about 100 kilometers from Manaus, the capital of the state of Amazonas, on the 28th. A bridge across the river on the BR-319 highway collapsed without warning. There were many at that time. The vehicle was on the bridge deck and fell into the river with the bridge.

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The authorities went to rescue immediately after receiving the report. It is known that at least 3 dead and 14 injured, and the whereabouts of 15 people are unknown. Some witnesses said that the bridge deck was in a state of traffic jam before the collapse, and the rescue work continued.

Authorities rushed to rescue immediately after receiving the report. At least 3 dead and 14 injured, and 15 people are still missing.

(European News Agency)