Mexican Navy ship crashes into New York's Brooklyn Bridge, 19 injured
Briefly

A Mexican Navy sailing ship, the Cuauhtemoc, collided with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, injuring a total of 19 individuals, four of whom sustained serious injuries. The incident occurred as the ship, recognizable by its large Mexican flag, navigated under the iconic bridge, leading to the destruction of its masts. Eyewitnesses reported dramatic scenes, including a sailor dangling from a harness for an extended time before rescue efforts were successful. The cause of the collision is currently under investigation, with the Navy reviewing the situation.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams confirmed that 19 people were injured in the collision with four sustaining serious injuries, although the Brooklyn Bridge itself was not significantly harmed.
The Mexican Navy reported that the Cuauhtemoc, a training vessel, encountered an accident with the Brooklyn Bridge, which halted its voyage and prompted an investigation.
Eyewitnesses described a dramatic scene where one sailor was seen dangling from the ship's mast for an extended period before rescue teams could reach them.
Videos shared online captured the moment the ship's masts collided with the bridge as the vessel drifted, providing a frightening view of the collision.
Read at www.aljazeera.com
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