Sections of a viaduct collapsed onto the Salerno–Avellino motorway connection between Salerno and Baronissi, causing severe traffic disruption. No injuries were reported.

What happened

According to Il Mattino, parts of the viaduct structure fell onto the roadway along the link that connects the A2 and the A30 in the Salerno area. Emergency vehicles attended the scene to assess the situation.

Where

The affected structure is identified as bridge number 11 at approximately km 6+350, within the municipality of Salerno.

Traffic impact

Traffic was badly disrupted in the area following the collapse. No confirmed diversion routes or closure times were provided in the available report.

What is not yet known

The cause of the collapse has not been established. There is also no confirmed information yet on the duration or extent of any closure, or on the outcome of structural checks before full reopening.