Multiple injuries were reported in the Mexican naval ships

A training ship in the Mexican Navy known as Cuuhtémoc struck the Brooklyn Bridge in New York on Saturday evening around 8:26 pm, according to the New York Police Administration (NYPD) and the Mexican marine authorities.

At least 19 people were reported by four people suffering from serious injuries, according to the New York City mayor Eric Adams.

Newsweek I arrived in New York Police on Saturday to comment.

Context

The 297 -foot sailing ship, which was first launched in 1982, is the sailing pot in the first place to train Mexican marine students, and is usually carried out international intentions for various ports.

It seems that the ship was leaving the New York port when the accident occurred, although the specific conditions that led to the collision have not been revealed yet. The accident includes one of the most prominent marine training ships in Mexico and the famous Brooklyn Bridge in New York, which serves more than 100,000 vehicles and 32,000 infantry per day.

In addition to instant injuries and damage to the historical sailing ship, the collision raises important questions about marine safety protocols at New York Port, especially with regard to ridding long ships under the city bridges.

The accident temporarily disrupted the international training task of ships and traffic on a decisive transport artery.

What do you know

Cuuhtémoc was carrying an uncertain number of employees when the accident occurred. The ship left Aquolco on April 6 with 277 people on board, when it was planned on a 254 -day trip to 22 outlets across 15 countries. A video of the CNN Affiliate Wabc shows that the ship stopped at the base of the bridge with the movements that respond to the scene.

All Brooklyn Bridge corridors were briefly closed after the accident, but were reopened by 10:30 pm, according to emergency officials in New York.

Videos of eyewitnesses acquired the sounds of the three bowls and partially rise when affecting the surface of the bridge. The collision occurred during the ship carried out a “leaving maneuver” in the eastern river, according to the Mexican naval data.

The Mexican Navy confirmed the incident in a statement posted on X, which was previously Yitr, indicating that sailboat was damaged during the collision.

What people say

New York City mayor Eric Adams for correspondents during a press conference: “We first want to thank God first for removing all 277 passengers on this Mexican ship.”

The official account of the Mexican Navy on X, Twitter previously: “During the sailing maneuvering in sailing boats in Cuuhtémoc in New York, an accident occurred with the Brooklyn Bridge, causing damage to the training ship, preventing the continuation of the training trip at the present time. The status of employees and equipment is reviewed by the marine and local deeds, who provide support.”

The account added: “The navy reaffirms its commitment to the safety of employees, transparency in its operations, and excellent training for future officials in the Mexican Navy.”

The Ministry of Transport in New York City on X: “NYC DOT inspectors have been on the site since the boat of this evening crashed. While the inspections will continue, there are no signs of the structural damage of the Brooklyn Bridge.”

Emergency Management in New York City on X: “NYCEM responds to an accident at the Brokelin Bridge base. The situation is evolving and the details have not been confirmed at this time. Emergency alerts, including recommended procedures, will be released, through Notepynyc with the availability of updates.”

What happens after that

The officials reported that there was no major damage to the Brooklyn Bridge during the press conference on Saturday evening. NYPD advised the population to avoid the areas surrounding the Brooklyn Bridge, the South Street SEAPORT in Manhattan, and Dumbo in Brooklyn due to the presence of a heavy emergency vehicle.

The respondents are currently treated with emergency cases, with a special focus on the three individuals who have been reported in a critical condition. Sea researchers and local authorities will determine the exact cause of collision, and study factors such as tidal and weather conditions and communication protocols between authorities and port authorities.

Update 5/17/25, 11:43 PM ET: This article was updated with additional information.