Washington State bridge collapses; roads closed
Posted May 23, 2013 10:09 pm.
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The I-5 Skagit River Bridge has collapsed in Washington State.
The collapse happened between south of Burlington and north of Mount Vernon at around 8 p.m. Calgary time Thursday.
Washington State Patrol says vehicles and people are in the water and are asking people to stay away from the scene.
Marine rescue boats are on scene and a working to determine the safest way to get to the people stranded in the water. At least three people have been safely taken out of the river.
No word on any injuries or if any Canadians are involved
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