The Mexican Navy's tall ship Cuauhtemoc crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge after reportedly losing its steering ability due to mechanical failure, mirroring a previous maritime disaster. The vessel, en route to refuel, struck the bridge, resulting in the deaths of two crew members and injuring at least 17 others. Eyewitness accounts suggest chaos ensued on board. Observations from experts indicated a potential for crew to drop anchor to slow the ship, but not necessarily to prevent the accident. An investigation is underway to uncover the factors contributing to this tragedy.
The 43-year-old vessel was on its way to the Brooklyn waterfront before losing steering, resulting in it striking the bridge, killing two crew members.
Former US Coast Guard Lt. Lipian mentioned that the crew could have attempted to drop anchor, but warned that it might not stop the vessel in time.
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