PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — The Tacony-Palymra Bridge is closed indefinitely after a cargo ship struck the bridge, causing it to remain stuck open.
Officials in Burlington County, New Jersey said the bridge is closed to vehicles and pedestrians while the investigation into what happened continues.
On the Pennsylvania side, the news was announced by State Rep. Ed Neilson, who urged motorists heading to New Jersey to find another route.
The bridge may have been struck by the ship while it was open for a crossing at about 1 p.m. and it will remain closed until further notice. Officials have not said what led to the ship striking the bridge.
No injuries were reported in the accident.
Burlington County officials said repairs are underway on the bridge and that it should open sometime Thursday night.
