China bridge collapses

Recent natural disasters in China have resulted in significant casualties and infrastructure damage, with at least seven people confirmed dead and around 22 missing due to landslides and bridge collapses in Sichuan province. A bridge on the Ya'an-Kangding expressway collapsed early Saturday after a sudden mudslide, causing several vehicles to plunge off the road, while authorities are still verifying the full extent of the situation. Concurrently, a previous incident in Shaanxi province saw the death toll from a bridge collapse rise to 38, with ongoing rescue operations for the 24 remaining missing persons. Torrential rains have intensified flooding and landslides across the country, prompting evacuations in Henan province and raising concerns about the impact of climate change on extreme weather patterns. The recent spate of disasters has led to calls for improved infrastructure resilience and emergency response efforts in affected regions. As rescue operations continue, officials stress the need for vigilance against further weather-related hazards.