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Uttarakhand Bridge Vanishes in Seconds as Strong Currents Sweep It Away
✍️ NDTV
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 11:03 PM
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A bridge in Uttarakhand collapsed within seconds after powerful river currents swept it away, as captured on camera.
A bridge crossing a river in Uttarakhand was seen on camera being swept away in a matter of seconds as strong currents surged through the water. The collapse happened abruptly, leaving the structure and any vehicles on it to be carried downstream. Local authorities have not yet released a detailed statement on the cause, but the footage shows the bridge disintegrating almost instantaneously. Rescue teams are reportedly on the scene, attempting to locate any survivors and assess the damage to the surrounding area. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of other bridges in the region during periods of heavy rainfall and flooding.