Shipwreck Log

On the evening of January 5, local authorities in Hull, England reported a barge (name not disclosed) struck a bridge on the River Hull.  The barge was had been unmoored and drifted until became stuck under the bridge. The vessel remained wedged under the bridge until the water level lowered on the ebbing tide.

Local police, fire and emergency services were on site diverting traffic until the barge could be pulled free. Authorities suspect that the barge was intentionally let go from the mooring.