New York City | May 18, 2025 | ArtKerala.com News Desk
A surprise maritime accident that was not expected, a Mexican navy-owned training vessel struck the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday afternoon. The collision left several injured as well as prompting a quick urgent response by New York authorities.
The historic tall vessel, ARM Cuauhtemoc was reported to have entered the New York Harbor as part of a goodwill cruise after it smashed into an area lower than the bridge at high tide.
What Happened?
Based on eyewitness accounts, the ship appeared to not be calculating the proper clearance underneath the bridge. This led to the bridge’s structure shaking with loud noise. both the vessel and several elements of the building. The vessel’s mast struck the underbelly of the bridge and caused damages to both the ship and the structure.
“It was surreal,” stated Amanda Lee, a local commuter. “We heard a loud bang and then saw the ship’s crew scrambling on the deck.”
Responders to emergencies, such as the U.S. Coast Guard, NYPD Harbor Unit and FDNY have arrived on site within just a few minutes.
Crew Members Among the Injured
Initial reports indicated the fact that there were at most seven persons who were hurt among them four crew members from the Mexican Navy as well as three people who were near the bridge at that moment the accident occurred. They were transported to hospitals nearby with minor injuries that were not life-threatening Authorities confirmed.
“Thankfully, no one was seriously hurt,” stated NYPD spokeswoman Sgt. Elena Ruiz. “But the incident is being taken seriously, and a full investigation is underway.”
Is the Brooklyn Bridge Safe?
The structural engineers were on the scene immediately to examine any damages on any damage to Brooklyn Bridge, one of the most famous and highly-used bridges. In the late hours of that evening, authorities said they believed the bridge was solid and structurally sound but that it was undergoing more inspections before returning to full operations.
What Was the Ship Doing There?
The Armed Forces Cuauhtemoc is a well-known Mexican naval vessel for training that regularly visits international ports for the diplomatic and training missions. The vessel was located in New York as part of an itinerary of port visits which included tours for the public and cultural exchanges.
The Mexican consulate in New York released a statement in which it expressed regret over this incident and affirmed its the consulate’s full cooperation to U.S. authorities.
What Happens Next?
The U.S. Coast Guard is leading the inquiry, which will determine if the error in navigation, mechanical failure as well as environmental variables like tides are the cause in the crash.
In the meantime it is reported that in the meantime, Mexican Navy have temporarily temporarily shut off access to the ship for all visitors and has announced an internal investigation.
Summary
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The Mexican Navy training ship struck the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday
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Seven people injured, including crew and civilians
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Bridge remains secure however, additional inspections are taking place
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It happened in the course of an high-level diplomatic visit
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The investigation is underway by U.S. Coast Guard, as well as Mexican officials.
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