On the evening of August 6, 2025, a suspension bridge in the picturesque Xiata Scenic Area of Xinjiang’s Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture tilted suddenly after one of its cables snapped. The incident occurred around 6:18 p.m., just as tourists were enjoying the views.
Authorities report that five people lost their lives and 24 others were injured when the bridge failed. In total, 29 people fell off the bridge deck during the collapse. Most of the injured sustained minor wounds; two are in serious condition.