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Serious injuries when bridge collapses during Corpus Christi procession
Bridge collapse during the Corpus Christi procession in Seehausen: One injured, fire brigade on duty, cause unclear.
Serious injuries when bridge collapses during Corpus Christi procession
A few days ago, a spectacular incident shook the tranquil community of Seehausen am Staffelsee during the Corpus Christi procession. A wooden bridge used by participants in the celebrations suddenly collapsed, leaving several injured, including a seriously injured man and his wife with minor injuries. At the time of the accident, around 14 people were on the bridge when the tragedy surprised them. Fire chief Martin Bierling reported that the accident was observed by several people who were on the surrounding waters.
The quick reaction of the emergency services was impressive. The fire chief and his brother immediately jumped into the water to provide first aid. They were supported by a large contingent of emergency services: 12 members of the water rescue service, 20 firefighters, two ambulances and emergency doctors were quickly on site. The seriously injured man was found under the rubble of the bridge and brought to the shore, where he was then taken to a hospital. The exact cause of the bridge collapse is currently being investigated by the Murnau water police; There are initial speculations about material fatigue or overloading of the bridge.
Initial investigations are underway
The fire department has blocked off access to the bridge to avoid further danger. It is noteworthy that most of the participants in the procession on the lake found out about the accident only later. However, those present emphasized the willingness to help and moral courage, which led to the injured being helped quickly. “This is typical for our community,” emphasized Bierling proudly.
Unfortunately, bridge collapses are not just a local phenomenon; they raise questions about the security of our infrastructure. According to Ingenieur.de, 14,000 bridge structures in Germany are currently in need of renovation. These are alarming numbers that ask us to reflect on the lessons we can learn from the past. In the last 100 years there have been numerous tragic bridge collapses, such as the Morandi Bridge in Italy or the Carola Bridge in Dresden, each of which went down in history and painfully reminded us how crucial regular inspections and maintenance are. The national conversation about bridge safety is re-fueled by such incidents.
The lessons from this tragedy and the numerous similar incidents in the past, such as the collapse of the Reichsbrücke in Vienna in 1976 due to material fatigue, make it clear: it is crucial that our infrastructure is continually checked for safety and stability. As a society, we must ensure that such devastating accidents do not become normal.