On May 17, the Mexican Navy's tall ship Cuauhtémoc collided with the Brooklyn Bridge just minutes after departing Pier 17 in Manhattan. The accident resulted in the deaths of two crew members and injured more than 20 others. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation, examining factors like nautical operations and bridge engineering. Initial reports suggest the ship struck the bridge shortly after leaving port and are exploring the role of the assisting tugboat during the departure. Videos of the incident captured the moment the tall ship's masts hit the bridge, causing significant destruction.
The National Transportation Safety Board has dispatched a team to investigate the collision of the Mexican Navy's tall ship Cuauhtémoc with the Brooklyn Bridge.
Investigators are reviewing the tugboat's role in the vessel's departure, including operating policies and procedures for the maneuver.
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