Disaster in Linz: 30-Ton Pedestrian Bridge Collapses on Truck, Two Seriously Injured!
Today in the Austrian city of Linz, a shocking incident unfolded! A massive pedestrian bridge weighing between 30 and 40 tons collapsed right onto the cabin of a truck trying to enter an underground parking lot. The result? Two people were seriously injured, and the rescue operation lasted for hours.
What exactly happened? The truck, equipped with a trailer and a crane, was attempting to enter the underground parking when it struck the bridge. The impact was so strong that the bridge fell directly onto the truck’s cabin. Fortunately, no one was on the bridge at the time, preventing an even greater tragedy.
Serious injuries and a dramatic rescue The two injured had to be extracted from the cabin, and according to police spokesperson, their injuries are severe. Firefighters worked for several hours to free the victims and secure the accident site. Imagine the weight of the collapsed bridge section — between 30 and 40 tons! This is no small matter, but a true structural disaster.
How could this happen? The truck driver apparently misjudged the height of the bridge or the trailer with the crane was too tall. Such mistakes can have catastrophic consequences, and this incident is a live example of why it’s crucial to obey traffic signs and height restrictions.
What’s next? Austrian police and firefighters continue to investigate to determine all circumstances of the accident. The damage to the bridge is extensive, and the question remains how long repairs will take and whether such incidents can be prevented in the future.
Conclusion This incident in Linz is a stark reminder of how important it is to be careful on the road, especially with large vehicles and infrastructure. Two seriously injured people and a collapsed 30-ton bridge is not something anyone wants to witness or experience.
What about you? Have you ever seen or experienced something similar? Or maybe you have a hilarious comment about how a truck can collide with a bridge? Drop a line in the comments — let’s laugh or gasp together!
Source: Austrian Police, regional newspaper Die Oberösterreichische Nachrichten, APA agency.
