Bridge Collapse in Germany Captured on Video
A segment of the Carola Bridge in Dresden, Germany has fallen into the River Elbe, causing traffic disruptions and damaging water pipes. Read Full Article at RT.com.
TroibNews 
A 100-meter section of the Carola Bridge in Dresden, Germany, collapsed into the Elbe River early Wednesday morning, causing significant disruption to local traffic and damaging water pipes, according to authorities.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the incident, although a tram had just crossed the bridge minutes prior to the collapse, as noted by Bild.
Local police indicated that officers heard a loud noise at approximately 2:59 am. By the time they arrived at the site, the bridge section had completely fallen, a spokesperson relayed to the publication.
Footage captured during the event shows the moment of the collapse, marked by a sudden release of dust and steam. A part of the bridge that included a footpath, cycle lane, and two sets of tram tracks plummeted into the River Elbe below.
“In addition, due to the bursting of two large district heating pipes, we have the problem that the supply of hot water has come to a complete standstill in the entire state capital of Dresden,” fire brigade spokesman Michael Klahre stated later in the day, cautioning of the risk of further structural failures.
Bild also reported that water heated to 115°C burst from the pipes and flowed into the nearby area.
In response, streetcar and automotive traffic has been redirected, as announced by the municipal transport company DVB on X.
While the Carola Bridge is one of four that span the Elbe in downtown Dresden, regional officials have indicated that river traffic is to be halted indefinitely.
In June, concerns were raised by Deutsche Welle regarding the urgent need for repairs on as many as 5,000 highway bridges throughout Germany. Additionally, several construction associations highlighted that proposed federal budget cuts could be “fatal” to the country’s infrastructure.
Mathilde Moreau contributed to this report for TROIB News
Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the incident, although a tram had just crossed the bridge minutes prior to the collapse, as noted by Bild.
Local police indicated that officers heard a loud noise at approximately 2:59 am. By the time they arrived at the site, the bridge section had completely fallen, a spokesperson relayed to the publication.
Footage captured during the event shows the moment of the collapse, marked by a sudden release of dust and steam. A part of the bridge that included a footpath, cycle lane, and two sets of tram tracks plummeted into the River Elbe below.
“In addition, due to the bursting of two large district heating pipes, we have the problem that the supply of hot water has come to a complete standstill in the entire state capital of Dresden,” fire brigade spokesman Michael Klahre stated later in the day, cautioning of the risk of further structural failures.
Bild also reported that water heated to 115°C burst from the pipes and flowed into the nearby area.
In response, streetcar and automotive traffic has been redirected, as announced by the municipal transport company DVB on X.
While the Carola Bridge is one of four that span the Elbe in downtown Dresden, regional officials have indicated that river traffic is to be halted indefinitely.
In June, concerns were raised by Deutsche Welle regarding the urgent need for repairs on as many as 5,000 highway bridges throughout Germany. Additionally, several construction associations highlighted that proposed federal budget cuts could be “fatal” to the country’s infrastructure.
Mathilde Moreau contributed to this report for TROIB News
