Watch: Lorry driver trapped in cabin after China bridge collapse

Local authorities said the driver was rescued with no injuries after heavy rainfall caused landslides in the region.

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Social media footage captured the moment a witness tried to help the driver trapped inside their cabin. Drone video released by Chinese state media shows the vehicle hanging over a deep chasm below.

The region has seen "once-in-30-years" rainfall in recent days, Chinese state media reports, which has caused heavy flooding in towns and cities.

Local authorities said the driver was rescued by the emergency services and was not injured.