Traffic between Pennsylvania and New Jersey is disrupted after a large cargo ship crashed on the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge Thursday, according to Pennsylvania State Representative Ed Neilson.
The accident occurred around 1 p.m. on November 12, while the bridge was open and the ship was passing under it.
As a result of the accident, the bridge suffered minor damage and drivers were diverted to other routes.
For this reason, congestion and heavier traffic levels should be expected on other bridges between New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Authorities say no injuries were reported.
NBC10 saw crews assessing the bridge’s structure. It is not yet known when crews will complete repairs or when it will reopen to cars.
The vessel is currently docked in Fairless Hills and crews will be on site to assess any potential damage.
Authorities did not say whether the accident was weather-related, but it occurred as severe storms moved through the area.
The investigation is ongoing.
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