A detour bridge in Santo Domingo, Ilocos Sur, collapsed after an overloaded 10-wheeler truck crossed it, according to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).
The truck, which weighed approximately 20 tons, was attempting to use the Kaliwet Bailey Bridge in Barangay Nalasin, which has a strict load limit of five tons.
The DPWH has stated that the truck's operator will be held responsible for the incident.
The Department will hold the truck operator accountable and urges all motorists to strictly adhere to load limits to ensure public safety.
Department of Public Works and Highways
In response to the collapse, DPWH personnel are on-site to manage traffic at the temporary bridge, which serves as a detour during the ongoing construction of a permanent bridge.
A temporary access route with a 20-ton capacity has also been established to accommodate traffic.