An explosion at the US-Canada border crossing caused panic and concern on the busiest travel day of the year. The incident occurred at the Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls, where a car crashed into a checkpoint before catching fire and exploding, killing two individuals. At this time, there are no indications of terrorism, according to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Eyewitnesses described the surreal scene of the car crashing at an “extraordinarily high rate of speed” and going airborne over an 8-foot-high fence. The incident raised anxiety levels across western New York to Washington and necessitated the closure of all western New York bridge crossings into the U.S.
Reports of increased security measures have been announced, with heightened alerts in New York City and the White House closely monitoring the situation. The Canada Border Services Agency is cooperating with US counterparts, and authorities are investigating the incident to determine if it was intentional.
Following the incident, Amtrak has temporarily suspended train service between the US and Canada, while the Buffalo and Niagara Falls Airports remain fully operational, with travelers advised to expect additional security screenings and checks. The investigation into the explosion is ongoing, and travelers are urged to check for updates on the situation.
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