Tragedy Strikes: Bridge Collapse Claims Lives Amid Fierce Storm in Uttar Pradesh

In Uttar Pradesh's Hamirpur district, a severe storm led to the collapse of a bridge under construction, killing at least five workers. Rescue operations are underway amid fears that more people may be trapped. SDRF teams and local officials are on site, as investigations continue into the cause.

A severe storm ravaged Uttar Pradesh's Hamirpur district, causing the tragic collapse of an under-construction bridge. The disaster claimed at least five lives, with fears mounting that more victims might be trapped in the wreckage. Rescue crews are working tirelessly to retrieve any survivors and secure the area.

Authorities responded swiftly, with Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Arvind Kumar Verma confirming that operations commenced immediately upon receiving the midnight alert. The tragic event occurred at the Kandaur-Morakandar bridge site in the Kurara Police Station area, where night-time construction was underway.

Eyewitness accounts from locals highlighted the storm's intensity, which caused the bridge segments and supporting structures to fail. On-site witnesses reported that pillars and slabs were in progress when the destructive winds struck, leading to catastrophic structural failures. Investigations continue as officials scramble to ensure all workers’ safety and determine the precise cause of the collapse.