Hot notes from the scene of Phong Chau bridge collapse: 10 cars, 2 motorbikes, 13 people swept away

Minh Nguyễn - Tô Công |

Phu Tho - Authorities are mobilizing many forces to participate in overcoming the consequences of the Phong Chau bridge collapse.

On the morning of September 9, speaking with a reporter from Lao Dong Newspaper, a representative of the People's Committee of Phung Nguyen Commune, Lam Thao District confirmed that two abutments of Phong Chau Bridge had just collapsed. Photo: To Cong
On the morning of September 9, speaking with a reporter from Lao Dong Newspaper, a representative of the People's Committee of Phung Nguyen Commune, Lam Thao District confirmed that two abutments of Phong Chau Bridge had just collapsed. Photo: To Cong
The incident happened at around 10am. At that time, the water level of the Red River was very high, flowing rapidly, causing the two abutments of Phong Chau Bridge to collapse. Photo: To Cong
The incident happened at around 10am. At that time, the water level of the Red River was very high, flowing rapidly, causing the two abutments of Phong Chau Bridge to collapse. Photo: To Cong
At the time the bridge collapsed, there were vehicles on the bridge. However, the damage has not been estimated yet. Photo: To Cong
At the time the bridge collapsed, there were vehicles on the bridge. Photo: To Cong
The bridge pier collapsed and was swept away by the rushing water. Photo: To Cong.
The bridge pier collapsed and was swept away by the rushing water. Photo: To Cong.
Authorities were also present early to do lane separation and other professional work.
By 1pm, the area around the road leading to the bridge was crowded with people and vehicles. Authorities were also present early to make lane separations and other professional work. Photo: Anh Tam
At the scene, information that there were 2 cars and some motorbikes circulating when the bridge collapsed made many people worried. However, there is still no information confirming this incident. Photo: Anh Tam
At the scene, information that there were many cars and some motorbikes circulating when the bridge collapsed made many people worried. Photo: Anh Tam
Chairman of Phu Tho Provincial People's Committee Bui Van Quang (front row, second from left) was present at the scene.
At noon of the same day, according to the reporter of Lao Dong Newspaper, Chairman of Phu Tho Provincial People's Committee Bui Van Quang (front row, 2nd from left) and leaders of Phu Tho Provincial Police were present at the scene. Photo: Anh Tam
At around 1 p.m., Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc was also present to directly direct rescue and recovery work.
At around 1pm, Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc was also present to directly direct the rescue and recovery work. According to preliminary reports, about 10 cars, 2 motorbikes and 13 people were swept away.
Mr. Nguyen Manh Hung - Vice Chairman of Tam Nong District People's Committee said that the authorities have rescued 3 people from the Phong Chau bridge collapse and taken them to the emergency room. Currently, the health of the 3 people has gradually stabilized and all were identified as motorcyclists.
Mr. Nguyen Manh Hung - Vice Chairman of Tam Nong District People's Committee said that the authorities have rescued 3 people from the Phong Chau bridge collapse and taken them to the emergency room. Currently, the health of the 3 people has gradually stabilized.
Victim
A victim is being treated after the accident.
Phong Chau Bridge is a bridge across the Red River on National Highway 32C, located at Km 18+300 National Highway 32C, connecting Phung Nguyen Commune, Lam Thao District with Van Xuan Commune, Tam Nong District. The bridge was built using old technology with a steel truss structure, with a length of 375.36m. The project was inaugurated on July 28, 1995. Photo: To Cong
Phong Chau Bridge is a bridge across the Red River on National Highway 32C, located at Km 18+300 National Highway 32C, connecting Phung Nguyen Commune, Lam Thao District with Van Xuan Commune, Tam Nong District. The bridge was built using old technology with a steel truss structure, with a length of 375.36m. The project was inaugurated on July 28, 1995. Photo: To Cong
Video recorded at the scene of the bridge collapse.

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