The article recounts a shocking incident where the Mexican Navy's training ship ARM Cuauhtémoc crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge during a goodwill visit to New York City. The accident occurred at approximately 8:39 p.m. on a Saturday night, leading to injuries for several crew members and the tragic deaths of two. Witnesses described the unfolding disaster, as the ship's masts snapped upon impact. Emergency services responded quickly, evacuating the injured near Jane's Carousel. Mayor Eric Adams provided updates, confirming 19 injuries, with four serious cases as the ship was scheduled to continue to Iceland after its New York visit.
"My wife and I were on our balcony because we had noticed that they were moving the ship and it was beautiful, it was all lit up..."
"Once they got the boat stopped at the foot of the Manhattan Bridge, I could see people up in the ratlines..."
"We were dining in the River Cafe when we saw this huge naval training ship hit the bridge. It was flying Mexican flags, and we were in shock."
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