1960s bridge in Brazil collapses after locals raise concerns about cracks

The collapsed Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge in Brazil The collapsed Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge in Brazil (Image: REUTERS/Mauricio Marinho)

At least 12 people have died and five more are still missing after a reinforced concrete bridge in Brazil collapse while vehicles were crossing.

Four trucks, three cars and three motorcycles are believed to have been on the Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge between Tocantins and Maranh茫o states when it gave way last week, according to the Brazilian Navy.

The bridge, inaugurated in 1960, was 533 meters long and is located on the BR-226 highway, which connects Bel茅m with Brasilia.

The collapsed Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge in Brazil The collapsed Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge in Brazil (Image: REUTERS/Mauricio Marinho)

It gave way on 22 December and a search for victims started shortly afterwards.

One of the trucks was carrying sulfuric acid, prompting fears of water contamination.

A local councillor reportedly recorded the start of the bridge鈥檚 collapse, having gone to the bridge to draw attention to cracks that had started to appear.

The collapsed Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge in Brazil The collapsed Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge in Brazil (Image: REUTERS/Mauricio Marinho)

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