15 injured as 2 Hong Kong-bound coaches collide on Shenzhen Bay Bridge
Major cross-border accident causes bridge closure and severe traffic disruption.
Deep Dive
At least 15 people sustained minor injuries on Sunday afternoon when two tour buses collided on a Hong Kong-bound lane of the Shenzhen Bay Bridge. The accident occurred at 1:57 PM, prompting emergency services to the scene. Hong Kong's Transport Department has closed parts of the bridge's Tuen Mun-bound lanes, causing heavy traffic congestion on the remaining routes as authorities manage the situation and investigate the cause.
Why It Matters
The crash disrupts a critical cross-border transport link, impacting travel and commerce between Shenzhen and Hong Kong.