Pittsburgh, PA – A dramatic incident unfolded in Pittsburgh as a fleet of river barges broke loose, floating uncontrollably down the Ohio River, causing significant damage to a marina and leading to temporary bridge closures. Officials reported that the barges eventually became pinned to the riverbank or went over a downstream dam as emergency services worked to mitigate the situation.
The alarming event occurred at approximately 11:25 p.m. on Friday when reports of the uncontrolled floating barges flooded the emergency lines, prompting a swift response from Pittsburgh police, fire, and emergency medical services. The city had recently experienced heavy rains, contributing to flooding in the area.
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Authorities confirmed that 26 barges had broken free, with 23 of them loaded with dried cargo, including coal. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and there were no hazardous materials aboard any of the vessels, easing concerns about potential environmental impact.
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Peggy’s Harbor, a well-known marina along the river, bore the brunt of the incident, suffering extensive damage due to the rogue barges.
🚨#UPDATE: Photos show some barges are already jammed up against the Emsworth Dam pic.twitter.com/pwyUX66UkU
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According to the city’s official statement, 11 barges were successfully pinned against the riverbank and secured with the assistance of a tugboat near Brunot Island. Meanwhile, 14 barges continued their onward journey down the river, and an unfortunate six barges went over the Emsworth Dam, a situation that caused further concern.
To ensure public safety, temporary measures were put in place, resulting in the closure of both directions of the West End Bridge. Rail traffic on the Brunot Island bridge was also halted. In an abundance of caution, the McKees Rocks Bridge was closed as well, as announced by the McKees Rocks Police Department on social media.
It was revealed that the barges involved in the incident were either owned or operated by the Campbell Transportation Company, a detail disclosed in the city’s official statement. The Coast Guard, Pennsylvania State Police, and other relevant agencies were promptly alerted and asked to assist in managing the aftermath of the incident.
As investigations into the cause of the barge breakaway continue, Pittsburgh residents hope for a swift resolution to restore normalcy and repair the damages caused by this unexpected event.
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