I remember those terror filled moments on the Tappan Zee bridge over the Hudson River as a kid. We'd make family trips to visit relatives in Bridgeport, CT. As if Bridgeport wasn't bad enough, you had to cross that bridge to get there.
As I matured and started taking vacations on my own, I became very fond of the Baltimore/Annapolis area. It's beautiful. Unfortunately, using bridges and tunnels are a must.
I've driven the Bay Bridge. I've driven the Key Bridge, the one that collapsed Tuesday morning, when a barge hit a support. It fell down in a heap. My stomach sank when I saw the amazing video. My heart went out to the drivers and passengers on the bridge. At least, it happened in the middle of the night. I can imagine the death and injuries if the collapse happened in the middle of the morning or afternoon rush.
I should add that being in a newsroom is an amazing place when a major news story hits. Buzzers and alarms go off. The Associated Press and ABC News start popping with closed circuit advisories. It's non stop action and activity.
I don't mean to be insensitive. People lost their lives. The loss of the bridge will have a huge economic impact.
My only hope is we've learned something about ship traffic and bridge construction.
