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23-09-2026
On Wednesday morning, September 23, 2026, a multi-vehicle crash occurred on Interstate 293 North in Manchester, New Hampshire, near Exit 2 (Brown Avenue).
CBS NewsKey details of the incident:
The Incident: During the collision, a truck breached the guardrail of the highway bridge and plunged into the Merrimack River below, ending up mostly submerged in the water.
CBS NewsRescue Efforts: Manchester firefighters deployed boats into the Merrimack River and successfully rescued the truck driver from the water.
manchester.inklink.newsInjuries: Emergency medical personnel evaluated multiple people involved in the crash at the scene; initial reports indicated the injuries appeared to be non-life-threatening.
manchester.inklink.newsTraffic and Investigation: At least two additional damaged vehicles were towed from the bridge. New Hampshire State Police responded to investigate the cause, resulting in extended lane and highway closures on I-293 North while crews conducted recovery operations.
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