Baghdad: The Director of Kirkuk Roads and Bridges, Engineer Ali Akbar, announced the collapse of a section of the pedestrian crossing on the Tuz Khurmatu Bridge between Baghdad and Kirkuk due to severe flooding.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the incident has highlighted the impact of recent weather conditions on infrastructure in the region. The collapse has raised concerns about the safety and maintenance of bridges, especially those in flood-prone areas.

Authorities have started assessing the damage and planning repairs to restore the bridge’s functionality. The incident underscores the need for reviewing infrastructure resilience against extreme weather events in the area.