29 Apr 2024 | 05:20 PM UTC
US: Transport disruptions likely in Portland, Ore., over coming hours after freight train derails on city's Steel Bridge April 29
Freight train derails on Steel Bridge in Portland, Ore., US, April 29, prompting bridge's closure; lingering transport disruptions likely.
Transport disruptions will likely affect Portland, Oregon, over the coming hours after a freight train derailed on the eastern end of the city's Steel Bridge April 29. Authorities have reportedly closed the bridge to all train, vehicle, and pedestrian traffic until further notice. Additionally, officials have asserted that the bridge closure has negatively affected vessel traffic on the Willamette River, which the Steel Bridge spans, as the bridge cannot lift to allow vessels to pass underneath it amid the derailment. Authorities did not immediately report any injuries or hazardous materials issues in connection with the derailment.
Increased traffic congestion is likely on alternative routes until the bridge reopens.
Avoid the vicinity of the Steel Bridge until authorities clear the derailed train cars and reopen the bridge to traffic. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area; prepare for increased traffic congestion on alternative routes and allow additional time for travel in Portland until the incident is resolved. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
