Mexican Navy Ship Damaged in Brooklyn Bridge Collision Towed for Repairs

Ship Relocation for Repairs

• 🚢 The Mexican navy ship that collided with the Brooklyn Bridge last month is being towed across the East River for repairs.
• ⚓ The destination for the repairs is the Brooklyn Navy Yard.
• ⚠️ Two sailors tragically lost their lives when the ship's mast struck the bridge.

Towing Operation Details

• 🗓️ The move was the result of three weeks of preparation and involved a multi-agency effort.
• 🛠️ The operation is being conducted using tug vessels, with a deck barge alongside the ship, as the ship will not be operated under its own power.
• 🧑‍🚒 A small segment of the crew remains on board for emergency response.

Favorable Conditions for Towing

• 🌊 The East River is experiencing slack tide, meaning the current is at its weakest or momentarily stopped, creating ideal conditions for the ship's movement.
• ⏱️ The towing process is expected to take approximately 30 to 45 minutes.

Ongoing Investigation and Repairs

• 🇲🇽 Once at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, contractors deployed by the Mexican government will work on the ship's repairs.
• 🔍 The deadly incident on May 17th remains under investigation by the NTSB and the Mexican Navy.
• ⏳ Officials could not provide an exact timeline for the completion of the repairs.