Simpson County Bridge Collapse Kills Three Workers

A tragic incident occurred in Simpson County, Mississippi, where a bridge over the Strong River collapsed during demolition, resulting in three fatalities and four critical injuries. The bridge, located on State Route 149, had been closed since September 18 for replacement, and the collapse was described as a 'work site accident' by the Mississippi Department of Transportation. The victims were employees of T.L. Wallace, the contractor in charge of the demolition. Emergency responders, including the Simpson County Sheriff and coroner, confirmed the casualties and ongoing efforts in handling the situation. The cause of the collapse remains under investigation, and authorities have expressed condolences to the affected families. Further information from the transportation department is awaited as investigations continue.