Barge strike shuts down Texas bridge

Rachel Tucker

May 15, 2024 at 1:39 PM

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A barge struck a bridge in Galveston, Texas on Wednesday.

According to NBC affiliate KPRC, a barge strike shut down traffic on the Pelican Island Bridge.

Aerial footage shows a trail of oil beneath the bridge. Officials say the intercostal waterway will be shut down due to the spill.

There’s no word yet on what caused the collision.

This is a developing story. Stay up to date on the latest from News Channel 8 on-air and on the go with the free WFLA News Channel 8 mobile app.

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