14 Nov 2022 | 11:55 PM UTC
Brazil: Authorities close Rio-Niteroi Bridge in Rio de Janeiro State due to ship collision Nov. 14
Authorities close Rio-Niteroi Bridge in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil, Nov. 14 after ship collides with bridge. Disruptions likely.
Event
Authorities have closed the President Costa e Silva Bridge, also known as the Rio-Niteroi Bridge, to all traffic after a vessel, reportedly abandoned and moved by strong winds, collided with the bridge Nov. 14. The bridge connects Rio de Janeiro with Niteroi in Rio de Janeiro State.
Officials indicated that there was no estimated timetable for reopening the bridge as of around 20:00 Nov. 14. Significant transport disruptions are likely Nov. 14-15 due to the bridge closure. Associated business disruptions are also likely.
Advice
Avoid the vicinity of the bridge and plan for traffic delays and detours if operating in the Rio de Janeiro area Nov. 14-15.
