Bridge Crisis: McKee Defends Handling, No State of Emergency Yet
TL;DR
Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee defended his administration's handling of the sudden closure of the Washington Bridge, acknowledging the inconvenience caused by the massive traffic disruptions. McKee stated that the closure was due to serious concerns flagged by an engineer, and the decision was made after intensive inspections and meetings. The governor has no plans to declare a state of emergency at this time but is exploring alternative solutions. The bridge is expected to take at least three months to repair, and efforts are being made to expedite the process. The closure is part of Rhode Island's ongoing efforts to address its deteriorating bridges.
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