HUNDREDS of commuters were delayed for several hours yesterday morning after a vessel traversing the Demerara River accidentally slammed into the Demerara Harbour Bridge (DHB) which developed mechanical problems and was closed to effect repairs.The incident occurred yesterday morning, but after several hours the DHB resumed operation and stranded vehicles were able to travel to their respective destinations.
It is unclear how the accident occurred because officials of the DHB were unavailable for a comment yesterday.
Reports said that after the incident workers of DHB were mobilised and began working on the bridge after which it was declared opened for normal traffic.
Last year a similar incident forced the closure of the DHB also when the ropes which were used to secure two vessels snapped causing the boats to collide with the DHB.