A container ship struck a barrier under the Brickell Avenue Bridge in Miami on Tuesday, an unusual incident that fortunately did not escalate into a full-blown accident.
The massive vessel, operated by Antillean Line, was navigating the narrow Miami River when it veered too close to one of the edges, as depicted in a video that went viral after being shared on the Only in Dade Instagram account.
Despite the disruption, the bridge's operations continued as usual for the rest of the day.
Details on Miami's Brickell Avenue Bridge Incident
In light of the recent incident involving the container ship, here are some frequently asked questions and answers to provide more context and clarity.
What caused the container ship to hit the barrier under Brickell Avenue Bridge?
The ship was navigating the narrow Miami River and veered too close to one of the edges, resulting in the collision with the barrier.
Who operates the container ship involved in the incident?
The container ship is operated by Antillean Line.
Was there any disruption to the bridge's operations?
No, the bridge's operations continued normally for the rest of the day despite the incident.