A major railway lifeline in western China is rolling again after intense floods caused a 25-day shutdown. The Baoji-Chengdu Railway, a historic route connecting Shaanxi and Sichuan provinces, reopened Saturday following a heroic repair effort by crews battling landslides, collapsed bridges, and storm damage. 🌧️⚡
Heavy rains in mid-July pounded Baoji City, triggering over 70 geological disasters along the mountainous route. The Anhe Bridge—a critical section—was completely washed away, halting all cargo and passenger trains. 🏔️🚧
China Railway Xi'an Bureau deployed excavators, cranes, and round-the-clock workers to stabilize the tracks. The 1958-built line, China's first electrified railway, snakes through challenging terrain at just 80 km/h—proving even 'slow and steady' infrastructure needs serious TLC after nature’s fury!
Travelers and businesses can now breathe easier: this vital corridor for trade and tourism is back in action. 💪✨
