Ship Collides with Mannheim Bridge, Causing Traffic Disruption

A ship's wheelhouse was torn off after it struck a bridge, leading to a temporary closure for safety inspections.

The incident occurred late Wednesday night when a ship's wheelhouse collided with the Diffenébrücke in Mannheim.
No injuries were reported, but two cars on the ship were pushed into the water due to the impact.
The bridge, which supports road and rail traffic, is currently closed pending a structural assessment.
The collision resulted in damages estimated in the lower six-figure range for the ship and vehicles.
Authorities, including the fire department and police, are investigating the cause of the accident.