On Saturday, a Mexican navy ship, identified as the Cuauhtemoc, collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, prompting an immediate emergency response from New York authorities. Authorities confirmed injuries but provided limited details on the nature of those injuries. Mayor Eric Adams was briefed on the situation and was en route to the scene. The Navy's Cuauhtemoc, a training vessel, sustained damage that halted its voyage. The ship was seen scraping the bottom of the bridge, leading to onlookers clearing the area. Updates are forthcoming as the situation develops.
The Mexican navy confirmed that the Cuauhtemoc, an academy training vessel, was damaged in an accident with the Brooklyn Bridge that prevented it from continuing its voyage.
New York City Emergency Management stated on social media that it is 'responding to an incident at the base of the Brooklyn Bridge,' with details still being confirmed.
Mayor Eric Adams has been briefed on the incident and is en route to the scene of the boat crash as authorities assess the situation.
Video posted online captured the collision, showing the mast of the ship, flying a giant Mexican flag, scraping the underside of the bridge.
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