Several dead after bridge collapses near Florida International University

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A newly-installed pedestrian bridge has collapsed at Florida International University in the Miami area, and Florida Highway Patrol officials have confirmed several fatalities to local NBC News affiliate WTVJ.

The 950-ton span fell Thursday afternoon at the university’s main Miami-area campus. Video shows that vehicles underneath the bridge were hit.

So far, five patients are being treated by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. One of them was transported to trauma alert at Kendall Regional Hospital, WTVJ reports.

Florida International University released a statement, saying “we are shocked and saddened about the tragic events unfolding at the FIU-Sweetwater pedestrian bridge. At this time we are still involved in rescue efforts and gathering information. We are working closely with authorities and first responders on the scene.”

The 30 foot wide, 174-foot long bridge was set to open in early 2019 to allow students on bike and foot to cross the busy roadway safely. The bridge across Southwest 8th Street was made possible by a $19.4 million project grant, partially funded by the Department of Transportation, according to WTVJ.

This story is developing. Please check back for updates.

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