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Bridge Closed After Cargo Ship Strike

12 Nov

Summary

Cargo ship struck the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge Thursday.
Bridge connects Philadelphia and Burlington County, NJ.
No injuries were reported following the incident.

The Tacony-Palmyra Bridge experienced a closure on Thursday afternoon subsequent to being struck by a cargo ship. The incident transpired around 1:15 p.m. while the bridge was in the process of opening to permit maritime transit.

Crews are currently on-site evaluating the structural integrity of the bridge. Until a thorough assessment and necessary repairs are completed, the bridge remains closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic. The duration of this closure is yet to be determined. A spokesperson confirmed that no individuals sustained any injuries as a result of the collision.

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