26 barges break loose and float down Ohio River, damage marina and prompt bridge closures

T.R.U.S.T.
Apr 12, 2024
1 min read

OKC FOX 25

by JACKSON SINNENBERG | The National Desk April 13th 2024

PITTSBURGH (TND) — 26 barges broke free from where they were docked in Pittsburgh due to high rains Friday night, proceeding down the Ohio River and causing some damage along the way.

The city closed two bridges, 2.5 miles apart, in the early hours of Saturday over concerns of potential damage from the more than two dozen vessels, 23 of which were carrying loads of coal and at least one of which was carrying fertilizer.

View the full article: OKCFOX.com

Recent Posts

See All

How local governments are tackling traffic deaths with technology

AI, automated traffic enforcement and connected vehicle technology are some of what cities and counties are trying to make their streets safer. SMARTCITIES DIVE By Dan Zukowski Oct. 28, 2025 Traffic f

Why Are Highway Signs Green? A Highway Expert Breaks It Down

Reader's Digest By Marcy Lovitch Oct. 27, 2025 Green highway signs are everywhere, but why are they green? When you’re driving down the highway , you naturally pay attention to traffic signs. But do y

Gridlock Guy: How smartphones and A.I. are helping make roads safer

Trillions of data points are helping researchers inform road designers and policy makers, along with accurately tracking distracted driving. 11 ALIVE By Doug Turnbull October 26, 2025 EAST POINT, Ga .

Comments