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Rescue Underway After Vehicle Goes Into Monongahela River Near Downtown Pittsburgh

Police cite I-376 as the origin of the crash, with divers searching the icy river.

Overview

  • One person has been taken to a hospital following the incident, according to on-scene reporting.
  • A dive team member entered the water shortly before 6:45 p.m. as the search continued.
  • Second Avenue is closed in the area and lights were brought in to assist rescuers after dark.
  • The response is focused along Second Avenue between the 10th Street and Hot Metal bridges near the Forbes Avenue/Oakland exit.
  • Pittsburgh police and Pennsylvania State Police are on scene, and authorities have not confirmed how many people were in the vehicle or their conditions.