Mexican Navy Ship Crashed on Brooklyn Bridge Towed for Repairs

Ship Relocation and Repairs

• 🚢 A large Mexican Navy ship, the Quattok, was towed from Lower Manhattan to the Brooklyn Navy Yard early this morning, weeks after its collision with the Brooklyn Bridge.
• 💡 The relocation required extensive planning and teamwork from multiple agencies, including the FDNY, Coast Guard, and the Mexican government.
• ⚓ The ship had been docked since May 18th after it struck the underside of the Brooklyn Bridge, an incident that resulted in the tragic deaths of two cadets.
• 🛠️ The vessel is now ready to begin repairs and eventually make its way back home.

The Incident and Its Aftermath

• 🌉 The collision occurred when the ship lost power and was pushed backward by the current into the bridge, snapping three of its masts.
• 💔 The incident was a significant tragedy, and the community's hearts remain with the families of the deceased and the entire Mexican Navy.
• 🤝 An inter-agency team has been working closely with the Mexican government to ensure the safe movement of the ship.

Towing Operations and Disruptions

• 🌊 The tow took place early in the morning as the East River was at its calmest to minimize risk.
• 🚫 Boat traffic on the East River was temporarily closed between the Williamsburg and Manhattan bridges during the tow.
• ⛴️ This closure briefly disrupted ferry services, but was considered a small price to pay in the aftermath of the accident.
• ✅ Ferry service has since resumed after the ship was safely docked in Brooklyn.