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At least 34 injured, some critical, after Mexican Navy ship hits the Brooklyn Bridge
A sailing vessel operated by the Mexican Navy struck the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, resulting in at least 34 injuries, including four critical cases, according to New York City officials.
The incident occurred just before 8:30 p.m., when the ARM Cuauhtémoc, a historic tall ship used for naval training, collided with the base of the bridge during a maneuver along the East River.
The ship was participating in a routine training cruise, the Mexican Navy confirmed in a statement posted to social media.
A senior official told that approximately 277 individuals were aboard the Cuauhtémoc at the time of the crash.
Preliminary reports indicate that around 30 suffered non-life-threatening injuries, while four others were critically hurt.
Officials emphasized that these figures are subject to change as the investigation and medical evaluations continue.
Emergency response teams, including the NYPD, FDNY, and the New York City Office of Emergency Management, were immediately dispatched to the scene.
The Brooklyn Bridge was temporarily closed in both directions to vehicle and pedestrian traffic while crews assessed the situation.
As of late Saturday evening, all lanes have since been reopened.
Inspectors are conducting a structural assessment of the bridge to determine if any damage occurred as a result of the collision.
Thus far, there has been no confirmation of significant structural compromise to the bridge itself.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was en route to the site to evaluate the situation firsthand.
In a public safety advisory, the NYPD urged residents and visitors to avoid the areas of Dumbo in Brooklyn and the South Street Seaport in Manhattan, as investigations and safety assessments remain ongoing.
The ARM Cuauhtémoc, named after the last Aztec emperor, is a barque-style tall ship that serves as a goodwill ambassador for Mexico and is often seen at international maritime festivals.
It is known for hosting international cadets and dignitaries during port visits.
Further updates will be provided as officials complete their assessments and continue interviews with those aboard.
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Cessna Aircraft Crashes Into Field During Takeoff Attempt in Batavia, Ohio; Instructor and Student Reportedly Uninjured
BATAVIA, Ohio (Clermont County) — A Cessna aircraft went down into a field after an unsuccessful takeoff attempt near Sporty’s Pilot Shop in Batavia, Ohio, according to preliminary incident information.
Both occupants, a flight instructor and a student pilot, reportedly escaped the incident without injuries.
The aircraft crash was reported near 2001 Sporty’s Drive in Batavia, in Clermont County. Initial information indicates that the Cessna failed to take off and went down into a nearby field.
Two people were aboard the aircraft at the time of the incident. They were identified in the initial report as a flight instructor and a student pilot.
Both occupants reportedly exited the aircraft and were reported to be uninjured. According to the preliminary information, they were being transported back to Sporty’s Pilot Shop following the incident.
No injuries were reported in the information provided, although further official confirmation may be needed.
The incident occurred in the area of Sporty’s Drive in Batavia, a community in Clermont County, Ohio. The aircraft reportedly entered a field after failing to become airborne during its takeoff attempt.
Details about the aircraft’s condition, the precise circumstances of the failed takeoff and whether emergency crews or aviation investigators responded were not immediately available in the initial report.
The cause of the incident has not been established, and no additional information about possible damage to the aircraft was provided.
This is a developing story. Further details may become available as authorities confirm the circumstances surrounding the incident.