Published:
9 may 2021 22:45 GMT
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The construction is located in China’s Jilin province.
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A tourist was trapped on Friday on a glass-bottom bridge in the Chinese province of Jilin, after it was damaged by a gale, which raised concerns about the safety of this type of construction, very popular in the country. informs the Xinhua agency.
Several pieces of glass from the bridge deck, 100 meters high, were blown away by the wind, which reached a speed of up to 150 km / h. As a result, one of the visitors, who was unable to leave the site, had to wait to be rescued by emergency teams and was taken to hospital for psychological help. Local authorities, who are already investigating the case, will carry out a comprehensive security inspection of all tourist attractions.
Although there were no victims, the incident generated controversy among Chinese Internet users. “This is exactly why I dare not step on a bridge like that,” wrote one user, while another asked, “How often was the bridge maintained?”
Bridges of this type are becoming increasingly popular in mountainous regions of China as a way to attract tourists seeking novelty and adventure.
Someone was trapped high up on a suspended glass walkway at a scenic spot in north east China yesterday when high winds caused glass panels to fall out around them. They were eventually able to climb to safety. pic.twitter.com/0vkFHasyWh
— Matt Knight (@MattCKnight) May 8, 2021
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