Bronx MTA Bus Miraculously Hangs Off Overpass
An MTA bus had a wild ride this morning in Riverdale, Bronx. The bus crashed into a guardrail on the Henry Hudson Parkway West, leaving its front end precariously hanging over the edge of an overpass above Kappock Street near Independence Avenue.
The incident occurred around 9 a.m. Thankfully, there were no passengers on board, and the driver escaped unharmed. Initial reports suggest the driver, attempting to navigate a turn while unable to pass legally parked vehicles, lost control. A second MTA driver, trying to assist, also became involved in the incident.
The scene was chaotic, with debris scattered onto Kappock Street below. Heavy-duty equipment was needed to pull the damaged bus back onto the road.
Key takeaways:
- No injuries reported.
- Driver reportedly unable to pass legally parked vehicles.
- Bus partially hanging off overpass.
- Significant damage to bus and surrounding area.
This incident highlights concerns about traffic conditions and road access in the area. Authorities are investigating the exact cause of the accident.
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