The Rainbow Bridge between the United States and Canada is closed after an incident involving a vehicle attempting to enter the U.S., according to the City of Niagara Falls.
“The Rainbow Bridge is closed until further notice,” the City of Niagara Falls said. “There has been an incident involving a vehicle coming into the United States. Federal authorities are currently investigating the situation.”
UPDATE: As of 5:30pm International Bridges (with the exception of the Rainbow Bridge) are back open
UPDATE: “Explosion was not an act of terrorism” – Gov. Hochul
As stated in our earlier tweet , the Buffalo Niagara International Airport is open and fully operational. Additionally security measures are in place until further notice. pic.twitter.com/HDN9nQDmxA
— Buffalo Airport (@BUFAirport) November 22, 2023
Based on an abundance of caution after the incident at the Rainbow Bridge, and at Sheriff John Garcia's recommendation, @ErieCountyNY's Rath Building, Old County Hall and Family Court are closing early, effective now. There are no known risks/threats, just doing out of caution.
— Mark Poloncarz (@markpoloncarz) November 22, 2023
JUST IN: Unbelievable photos from the Rainbow Bridge vehicle explosion. 📸: One Niagara Welcome Center pic.twitter.com/ghKfi1S0VN
— Stephen Marth (@StephenMarth) November 22, 2023
.@ECSONY1 bomb squad is responding now to the vehicle explosion at the Rainbow Bridge. @WKBW pic.twitter.com/OEz80C7env
— Kristen Mirand WKBW (@kristen_mirand) November 22, 2023
Update: The Peace Bridge, Lewiston-Queenston Bridge, Whirlpool Bridge, and Rainbow Bridge are all closed in both directions, according to the general manager of the Peace Bridge, Ron Reinas.
This is a developing story. Check back here for updates:
BREAKING: Initial images from the scene of a reported vehicle explosion at the Rainbow Bridge border crossing, connecting Canada and Niagara Falls, New York. pic.twitter.com/TkeYETqyx9
— Breaking 4 News (@Breaking_4_News) November 22, 2023
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