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On May 17, a Mexican Navy tall ship named Cuauhtémoc collided with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City. The 300-foot vessel, primarily used for training and diplomatic missions, lost power shortly before the crash at approximately 8:20 p.m. ET. The incident resulted in the tragic deaths of two sailors and injuries to 19 others, with two individuals reported to be in critical condition. The ship’s masts sustained damage upon striking the bridge.
The Cuauhtémoc typically carries 277 people, mainly cadets from the Heroic Naval Military School. Emergency crews acted swiftly by rescuing and providing medical attention to the injured at Pier 16, located beneath the bridge. Footage captured during the accident shows sailors dressed in white hanging from the ship’s crossbeams amid the chaos.
New York Mayor Eric Adams extended his prayers for those affected and commended first responders for their rapid and efficient response. Both the Mexican government and U.S. authorities are collaborating to offer support to victims and their families. At the time of the incident, the ship was on a training voyage and had been welcoming visitors while docked in New York just a few days prior.
The Brooklyn Bridge, an iconic structure linking Manhattan and Brooklyn since 1883, experienced an unusual impact due to the collision. Further updates on this event will be available on Questiqa USA News.
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