Collapse of an unfinished bridge in Karbala, Iraq results in fatalities and injuries

The Al Atayshi Bridge in Karbala, Iraq, collapsed on Saturday evening, leaving at least three people dead and several injured. The incident occurred near the Baghdad Gate entrance to the city, and the location of the incident is the city of Karbala itself.

The bridge, which connects Karbala and Baghdad, was still under construction at the time of the collapse. Initial reports suggest that the bridge gave way suddenly, resulting in concrete and steel crashing down on cars and passersby. Emergency teams are currently combing through the wreckage, while civil defense teams and rescue workers are on the scene, searching for survivors and clearing debris.

Footage of the Al Atayshi Bridge collapse is circulating on social media, showing the moment the bridge collapsed and the aftermath of the incident. The area has been cordoned off by authorities, and no further information is provided about the cause of the bridge collapse.

The Al Atayshi Bridge collapse has shaken residents of Karbala, as the city draws millions of pilgrims each year. The deputy head of the Karbala Provincial Council has announced that a formal investigation will be launched to determine the circumstances of the incident. No information is provided about the condition of the injured individuals or any ongoing investigations.

The company responsible for the reconstruction of the fallen Al Atayshi Bridge is Al-Mansour Company for Engineering and Contracting. The final toll of injured individuals is not yet known. The deputy head of the Karbala Provincial Council has also stated that several civilians were injured in the collapse.

The incident has resulted in a tragic loss of life and injuries, and our thoughts go out to the families and friends of those affected. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.