Ship collalides with brooklyn bridge: A major accident occurred in New York on Saturday when a Mexican Navy training ship ‘Kuoutemok’ collided with the Brooklyn Bridge while passing through the East River. The upper part of the ship collided with the bridge during the incident. The rescue team reached the spot soon after the incident. However, it is not clear whether the injured people were on the ship or were present on the bridge.
In a video going viral on social media, it can be seen that the waving Mexican flag on the upper part of the ship collides with the bridge and the ship moves forward, friction with the structure. After this, he turns towards the banks of the river where people standing on the shore are surprised to see the incident.
Mexican Navy confirmed
The Mexican Navy reported that his training ship ‘Kuoutemok’ collided with Brooklyn Bridge. The statement said that the Navy and local officials are investigating the incident and the status of rider personnel and ship equipment is being reviewed. Also, all possible assistance is being provided. The Navy also reiterated that they are committed to safety, transparent operations and high -level training to future naval officers.
277 people were in the ship
‘Kuoutemok’ is a special training ship. Which is used to provide practical training to Mexican Navy cadets through maritime visits. The ship left for 277 people from Akapulo port on 6 April. During the visit, the ship was to stay at 22 ports in 15 countries, including cities such as Kingston (Jamaica), Havana (Cuba), Kozumel (Mexico), New York (America), Rekyawik (Iceland), Bordeaux and Dunkark (France), and Eberdeen (Scotland). The duration of the entire mission was 254 days, with a program to spend 170 days in the sea and 84 days at various ports.
