A flyover under construction in Kolkata, India, has collapsed killing at least 14 people. A 100-metre slab of metal and cement crashed onto moving
ADVERTISEMENTA flyover under construction in Kolkata, India, has collapsed killing at least 14 people.
A 100-metre slab of metal and cement crashed onto moving traffic below, pinning down dozens of people.
Kolkata flyover collapse: Saving trapped people top priority, says NDRF DGhttps://t.co/r6UZc4ikp0pic.twitter.com/aPErpYUOZT
— Times of India (@timesofindia) March 31, 2016
The death toll is expected to rise as up to 70 people are believed to be trapped in the debris, according to a disaster management official.
Locals and rescue workers alike could be seen trying to help those under the rubble.
Reports: At least 8 dead, dozens hurt in India bridge collapse in #Kolkata: https://t.co/x1R3aLqVDM (Photo: AP) pic.twitter.com/aatd56G0jF
— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) March 31, 2016
A senior police officer confirmed at least 15 critically injured people had been rescued.
The bridge has missed several completion deadlines since construction began in 2009.