A cargo ship lost control of its engines and sped under a bridge in South Carolina, causing minor injuries. The bridge was closed but no major damage occurred.
Key Points
Cargo ship lost control of engines and went nearly full throttle under the Ravenel Bridge in South Carolina
Bridge was closed for 10 minutes as a safety precaution
No major damage occurred, only minor injuries from the ship's wake
Pros
Harbor pilots successfully guided the ship under the bridge and anchored it safely
Communication and response from authorities was effective in ensuring public safety
Cons
Minor injuries and damage to a small boat occurred due to the ship's wake