Minneapolis Bridge Collapses - Photos Memories

9 confirmed dead, at least 60 injured, 6 critically...

MINNEAPOLIS - The entire span of an interstate bridge broke into sections and collapsed into the Mississippi River during evening bumper-to-bumper traffic Wednesday, sending vehicles, concrete and twisted metal crashing into the water.

This is a catastrophe of historic proportions...said Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty

The Interstate 35W bridge, a major Minneapolis artery, was in the midst of being repaired when it collapsed at 6:05 p.m. CT.

No indication of terrorism. The Homeland Security Department said the collapse did not appear to be terrorism-related.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

© Jeff Willer, Star Tribune