Barge accident on Ohio River damaging bridges and marina
A pair of Pittsburgh-area bridges reopened after 26 barges broke loose down the Ohio River, damaging a marina. No hazardous materials were on board the barges. No injuries reported. Incident followed record-breaking rainfall.
Key Points
- 26 barges broke loose down the Ohio River
- Record-breaking rainfall preceded the incident
- No injuries reported
- No hazardous materials on board the barges
- Damage to Peggy’s Harbor marina
Pros
- No injuries reported
- No hazardous materials on board the barges
Cons
- Damage to Peggy’s Harbor marina
- Disruption to traffic and rail services