Barge Crash in Galveston, Texas

SOURCE www.npr.org
A barge crashed into the Pelican Island Bridge in Galveston, Texas, spilling oil into the water and closing the only road to a small neighboring island. No injuries reported. The bridge was already rated as 'Poor' and scheduled for replacement in 2025.

Key Points

  • Barge crashed into Pelican Island Bridge in Galveston, Texas
  • Oil spill occurred, closing road to a small island
  • No injuries reported
  • Bridge was already rated 'Poor' and scheduled for replacement in 2025