Chicago River bridge gets stuck after lifting for boat to pass
Summary
A major bridge in downtown Chicago got stuck in the raised position for over four hours due to heat causing its parts to expand. The DuSable Lake Shore Drive bridge finally lowered and reopened to traffic after city crews and firefighters cooled it down.Key Facts
- The DuSable Lake Shore Drive bridge crosses the Chicago River at Grand Avenue.
- The bridge got stuck around 10 a.m. during a planned lift to let a boat pass.
- High temperatures caused the bridge's components to expand, preventing it from closing.
- The bridge stayed open for more than four hours, reopening just before 2:30 p.m.
- Chicago fire crews helped city workers by cooling the bridge to fix the problem.
- Extreme heat waves were affecting Chicago, with warnings from the National Weather Service.
- Traffic was delayed downtown as drivers had to take alternate routes.
- The Chicago Department of Transportation communicated the issue and solution.
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