Venezuela Bridge Collapses on Highway From Caracas to East
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A bridge on the main highway connecting Venezuela’s capital Caracas to the eastern part of the oil-producing country collapsed yesterday, restricting transit to cities including Puerto La Cruz.
Five vehicles, including a cargo truck were on the bridge when it fell into a river due to an excess of weight at the town of Cupira in Miranda state, 85 miles east of Caracas, the Transport Ministry said in a statement. The government is working to establish temporary bridges and alternative routes, Vice President Elias Jaua said.