Angus McIntyreMay 18

Fuck it. The ARM Cuauhtémoc, a tall ship used as a sail trainer by the Mexican navy, just collided with the Brooklyn Bridge. I've always liked that ship, and the video of it striking the bridge is horrifying. Apparently there are critical injuries among the crew -- it looks like the yards were manned when she hit — as well as substantial damage to the ship.

#NYC #Cuauhtemoc #BrooklynBridge

Show threadBlake Ashley Jr.May 18
@angusm I know nothing about sailing, but how does this happen? Wouldn't they know the clearance?
Show threadroboticus lastius (not a bot)
@blakeashleyjr @angusm The video shows them drifting backwards into the bridge. They lost power. With no engine, and no sails up, you can't maneuver. All one would have is dropping anchors. It's a terrifying situation with a large boat.
May 18 at 5:27amWeb