Tacony-Palmyra Bridge reopens hours after cargo ship crash

A large cargo ship crashed into the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge on Nov. 12 and traffic couldn't cross between Pennsylvania and New Jersey for hours.

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• Published November 12, 2026
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Traffic between Pennsylvania and New Jersey was disrupted for hours after a large cargo ship crashed into the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge on Thursday, according to Pa. State Rep. Ed Neilson.

The crash happened around 1 p.m. on Nov. 12 when the bridge was open and the ship was passing underneath.

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Following the crash, the bridge sustained minor damage and drivers were being diverted to other routes.

NBC10 saw crews evaluating the bridge structure as they lifted and lowered the draw bridge to inspect it.

The bridge was finally reopened to cars just before 9 p.m.

The ship is currently moored in Fairless Hills and crews will be on the ground there to evaluate it for any potential damage.

Officials haven't said if the crash is weather-related but it happened as severe storms moved through the region.

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