The video above is from a previous report.
The incident happened on May 15, 2024. Officials said a barge broke loose from a tug boat and crashed into the Pelican Island Causeway.
The NTSB said the captain of the barge was unable to overcome the effect of the tidal current, which was stronger than predicted, which then caused the attached tow to break free.
According to the agency, no injuries were reported, but about 20,000 gallons of vacuum gas oil were released into the waterway.
The total cost of the damage was estimated to be about $8.4 million.
At the time, people who lived and worked on the island told ABC13 they needed to find creative ways to get to and from.
The Pelican Island Causeway was constructed in 1960 and was actually set to be replaced in 2025. The bridge is more than 3,200 feet long and about 164 feet wide.
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