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Video. Bridge collapse in Belgium kills one, injures two

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A bridge under demolition collapsed in La Louvière, Belgium, killing one worker and injuring two, as part of the structure fell onto a barge on Thursday.

A highway bridge under demolition collapsed in La Louvière, Belgium, on Thursday, killing one worker and injuring two others.

Mayor Jacques Gobert said part of the bridge fell onto a barge below, trapping two workers who were later rescued. Emergency crews recovered a missing worker but were unable to save him.

Over 40 responders assisted in the operation. Authorities have opened an investigation, and a support center has been set up for victims and their families.

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