Dramatic video shows massive bridge collapse in Taiwan

This morning at 9:30 AM, the Nanfang'ao bridge in Su'ao Township, Yilan County collapsed. Initial reports say at least 20 people were injured in the collapse. Rescue services have been dispatched and the scene is currently under control. The bridge was built in 1998 and completed in 1999. It was only 21 years old. It was the only steel arch bridge in Taiwan. Several fishing boats were caught under the bridge in the accident, and an oil tanker that was on the bridge fell while crossing. Update: 6

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck southeastern Taiwan on Wednesday (Dec 24) evening, the island's weather administration said, but there were no immediate reports of damage. The quake shook buildings in the capital, Taipei. The quake that struck at 5.47pm local time had a depth of 11.9km, the administration said. #taiwan #taiwannews https://cna.asia/3L19MTe | CNA