Colombia: Transport disruptions ongoing following bridge collapse in Barranquilla on May 31

Traffic disruptions are ongoing as emergency crews respond to the partial collapse of a bridge in Barranquilla early May 31. The incident took place near the Institution of Education INEM on Calle 30, which leads to the municipality of Soledad. Significant delays along roads leading to Ernesto Cortissoz Barranquilla International Airport (BAQ) are also being reported. The collapse killed at least three people and injured four others.

Heightened security measures and related transport disruptions will likely continue over the coming hours.