At least 7 missing after Japan tunnel collapse December 2, 2012 - 15:39 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A major road tunnel has collapsed in Japan, trapping a number of vehicles and leaving at least seven people missing, media reports say. Survivors described how large sections of concrete fell on top of cars in the Sasago tunnel. A fire broke out and rescuers said a number of charred bodies had been seen. The incident started at 08:00 local time (23:00 GMT Dec 1), about 80km (50 miles) west of Tokyo on a road that links it to the city of Nagoya. The tunnel is one of the longest in Japan. Thick black smoke was seen coming out of the tunnel, hampering rescuers. The rescue then had to be suspended for several hours because a further collapse was feared. When it resumed, the first fatalities were found. One woman was taken to hospital after she had made her way out of the tunnel, according to BBC News.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals  Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation.Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush.Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |
