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CHAOS ON THE OHIO RIVER
26 unmoored barges caused a night of terror on Pittsburgh's waters during high-water conditions.
THE BREAKAWAY BEGINS
Late at night, the massive vessels broke loose from their moorings, drifting uncontrollably downstream.
BRIDGES UNDER THREAT
Authorities rushed to close the West End and McKees Rocks bridges as the rogue barges approached.
DAM COLLISION COURSE
Multiple barges struck the Emsworth Locks and Dams, causing significant alarm for local infrastructure.
MARINAS IN RUINS
The Peggy’s Harbor marina sustained heavy damage as the steel giants crushed everything in their path.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Pittsburgh Police and the Coast Guard worked through the night to track and secure the loose fleet.
THE AFTERMATH
While no injuries were reported, the event left a trail of destruction and a massive recovery effort.