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Des Moines Bridge Collapses After Truck Impact | Des Moines News
A railroad bridge in Des Moines collapsed on July 17, 2026, after a truck too tall for the structure hit it—shutting down a major route and drawing emergency crews. No injuries were reported, but the incident has sparked an investigation into how the oversized load got through and what safety gaps exist. It’s a sobering reminder of the risks when road rules are ignored—and why better oversight is urgently needed. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on…
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