5 Dead in China’s Xinjiang Suspension Bridge Collapse After Cable Snaps

A suspension bridge collapse in China's Xinjiang region resulted in the death of five tourists and injuries to 24 others. The incident occurred at the Xiata scenic area in the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, a popular destination known for its mountain valleys and ancient cultural ruins.

Disturbing videos verified by Reuters showed the twisted wreckage of the bridge with tourists trapped and rescue workers scrambling to help. The Chinese central government dispatched an investigative team to Xinjiang following the deadly collapse, which is one of the country's deadliest bridge accidents since 2022.

The incident has raised concerns about maintenance protocols and safety standards in China's tourism infrastructure. The Xinjiang bridge collapse follows a pattern of similar incidents nationwide, prompting calls for a comprehensive safety inspection and enforcement of regulations in nature parks.