Two cars plunged into the Skagit River in Washington State when the Interstate 5 bridge over it collapsed. Authorities estimate it will take $15 million to repair that portion of the state's main artery to Canada.
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Two cars plunged into the Skagit River in Washington State when the Interstate 5 bridge over it collapsed. Authorities estimate it will take $15 million to repair that portion of the state's main artery to Canada.
Crews survey the scene of a Skagit River bridge collapse on Interstate 5 near Mt. Vernon, Washington, on Thursday, May 23.
Washington bridge collapses into river —
Crews survey the scene of a Skagit River bridge collapse on Interstate 5 near Mt. Vernon, Washington, on Thursday, May 23.
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Authorities believe an 18-wheeler may have struck part of the bridge, causing the collapse.
Washington bridge collapses into river —
Authorities believe an 18-wheeler may have struck part of the bridge, causing the collapse.
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Washington Gov. Jay Inslee addresses the media at the scene of the bridge collapse on May 23.
Washington bridge collapses into river —
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee addresses the media at the scene of the bridge collapse on May 23.
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People examine the collapsed section of the bridge in this photo shot by iReporter Adrian Adrande.
Washington bridge collapses into river —
People examine the collapsed section of the bridge in this photo shot by iReporter Adrian Adrande.
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Search and rescue boats comb the water for victims after the collapse on May 23.
Washington bridge collapses into river —
Search and rescue boats comb the water for victims after the collapse on May 23.
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A helicopter leaves the scene as night falls after the collapse on May 23.
Washington bridge collapses into river —
A helicopter leaves the scene as night falls after the collapse on May 23.
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