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2 killed, 3 missing after bridge collapses in eastern China

A bridge under construction collapsed in Yancheng, China, killing two people and leaving three others missing, while an investigation into the cause is underway.

Anadolu Agency ASIA
Published February 03,2026 09:44 AM
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Two people were killed and three others remain missing after a bridge under construction collapsed in Yancheng city in eastern China's Jiangsu province, state-run Xinhua News Agency reported Tuesday, citing local authorities.

The accident occurred Monday when part of the unfinished bridge suddenly gave way.

Emergency services were dispatched immediately, and search-and-rescue operations continued through the night.

An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the collapse.