Bridge Collapse Tragedy in Colombia
On a chill Monday, a half‑finished bridge in the Valle de la Victoria took a dramatic tumble, sending pieces tumbling into a gorge below.
Spotlight on the Incident
- Location: Chirajara, straddling the borders of Cundinamarca and Meta provinces.
- Purpose: A crucial segment of the highway linking Bogotá to Villavicencio.
- Usage: The structure was still in construction — never opened to the public.
Casualties and Injuries
So far, nine workers have tragically lost their lives, and five others are wounded. Rescue teams are on a relentless quest to uncover any hidden victims.
Investigative Update
Reinaldo Romero, the disaster response chief for Meta province, remains tight‑lipped about the exact cause. “We’re meticulously combing the wreckage and probing every angle,” he remarked. The official stance? “The blame remains a mystery for now.”
Government Involvement
Transportation Minister German Cardona didn’t just sit on a sofa; he took a plane ride to the wreck site. He was joined by Dimitri Zaninovich, head of the national infrastructure agency, to personally rally the rescue crew on the ground. Their presence underscores the urgency of this nationwide concern.
