Kerala Bridge Collapse: A floating bridge collapse at Varkala beach in Kerala injures 15, including women and children, due to high tidal waves. Despite wearing life jackets, victims struggled in strong waves but were promptly rescued by lifeguards and security personnel. The incident occurred during the inauguration of the district s first floating bridge by Tourism Minister P A Mohammed Riyas. Two individuals with serious injuries were referred to Thiruvananthapuram Government Medical College. The incident highlights the importance of safety measures at tourist spots.
The wall that collapsed was 60 ft long and 20 ft high, said officials. The police reached the spot and started rescue work immediately after receiving information about the accident. Mumbai Wall Collapse: Two Killed, One Grievously Injured After Wall Collapses in Goregaon (Watch Video).
A makeshift bridge, set up as part of Christmas celebrations at Poovar near Neyyattinkara here, collapsed on Monday night causing injuries to several persons, police said.
A senior officer of the district said that 7-8 persons were injured in the incident with one of them a woman suffering a major fracture in her leg. | Latest News India