In a tragic incident, a Mexican Navy training ship collided with the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to at least 19 others.
Tragic Scene as Mexican Navy Ship Collides with Brooklyn Bridge, Claiming Lives
Tragic Scene as Mexican Navy Ship Collides with Brooklyn Bridge, Claiming Lives
A catastrophic accident during a training exercise results in two fatalities and many injuries in New York City.
The Cuauhtémoc, a tall ship carrying 277 personnel, reportedly lost power while navigating through New York City on Saturday. As the captain attempted to steer the vessel safely, it veered off course and crashed into the bridge abutment, leading to chaos among onlookers and crew. Eyewitness accounts describe heart-wrenching scenes, as the ship's masts were seen striking the bridge and subsequently collapsing, sending debris down on those beneath.
Brooklyn resident Nick Corso recounted the panic that ensued, stating, “There was lots of screaming, some sailors hanging from the masts.” The incident was confirmed by New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who revealed that of the injured, two were in critical condition. Fortunately, preliminary inspections indicated that the Brooklyn Bridge itself did not sustain significant damage and has since reopened to traffic.
The Cuauhtémoc's masts were completely lost in the collision, but all personnel on board were accounted for, and no one fell into the water. Witness Kelvin Flores captured the commotion as emergency responders rushed to the scene, where people were evacuated on stretchers. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life in the calamity.
First launched in 1982, the Cuauhtémoc is a traditional sailing vessel from the Mexican navy, utilized for the training of naval cadets. After departing Acapulco on April 6, it was on a journey to Iceland, with scheduled stops, until the fatal incident. The ship measures 297 feet in length and 40 feet in width, with a mast height exceeding the clearance of the Brooklyn Bridge, which stands at 135 feet at its center.
This unexpected event raises significant questions about maritime safety and raises concerns for future naval training exercises in populated areas like New York City.
Brooklyn resident Nick Corso recounted the panic that ensued, stating, “There was lots of screaming, some sailors hanging from the masts.” The incident was confirmed by New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who revealed that of the injured, two were in critical condition. Fortunately, preliminary inspections indicated that the Brooklyn Bridge itself did not sustain significant damage and has since reopened to traffic.
The Cuauhtémoc's masts were completely lost in the collision, but all personnel on board were accounted for, and no one fell into the water. Witness Kelvin Flores captured the commotion as emergency responders rushed to the scene, where people were evacuated on stretchers. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life in the calamity.
First launched in 1982, the Cuauhtémoc is a traditional sailing vessel from the Mexican navy, utilized for the training of naval cadets. After departing Acapulco on April 6, it was on a journey to Iceland, with scheduled stops, until the fatal incident. The ship measures 297 feet in length and 40 feet in width, with a mast height exceeding the clearance of the Brooklyn Bridge, which stands at 135 feet at its center.
This unexpected event raises significant questions about maritime safety and raises concerns for future naval training exercises in populated areas like New York City.
