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CBS News
28-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
Pittsburgh's Herron Avenue Bridge temporarily closed following inspection
Pittsburgh's Herron Avenue Bridge has been temporarily closed following an inspection. Inspection consultants have deemed the bridge to be structurally "deficient," according to a detour alert from Pittsburgh Regional Transit. The bridge was closed at 8 a.m. Wednesday until further notice. "Following emergent findings from the City's bridge inspection consultant and PennDOT, we are moving quickly to close the Herron Avenue Bridge in the interest of public safety," said Zack Workman, P.E., Acting Chief Engineer. "Barricades and 'Bridge Closed' signage will be in place starting Wednesday. A designated detour route will guide motorists via the Bloomfield Bridge." The Department of Mobility and Infrastructure is currently in the preliminary engineering phase of a full bridge rehabilitation, which is set to begin in 2028. DOMI, PennDOT, and the inspection team will explore other options for a safe and earlier reopening. "Since the start of my administration, I've had to make the tough call to close bridges more than once—but I've never regretted putting public safety first," said Mayor Ed Gainey. "Proactive steps like this are how we ensure our infrastructure remains safe for every Pittsburgher." For southbound traffic, a detour route will utilize Liberty Avenue to the Bloomfield Bridge to Bigelow Boulevard. City of Pittsburgh / Department of Mobility and Infrastructure A northbound detour will utilize Bigelow Boulevard to the Bloomfield Bridge to Liberty Avenue. City of Pittsburgh / Department of Mobility and Infrastructure The closure will impact the North Side, Oakland, and South Side (Route 54). The inbound and outbound stops at the Herron busway station will be discontinued.
NDTV
17-05-2025
- NDTV
Watch: This Accommodation In Switzerland's Zermatt Lets You Stay In An Igloo
If staying in igloos is your dream, then give wings to it by visiting Switzerland. Picture this: It's freezing outside, and everywhere your eyes wander is covered with a thick sheath of snow. But you are warm, sitting inside a cosy igloo and slurping on hot cheese fondue. Sounds exciting? Well, you can experience the feeling in Zermatt's famous Iglu-Dorf. Tucked away at 2,727 metres above sea level, this quaint abode offered breathtaking vistas of the Matterhorn (a mountain of the Alps). Recently, a travel vlogger documented her igloo escapade at Iglu-Dorf on Instagram, calling it 'a bucket list experience.' The accommodation made entirely of snow is equipped with sleeping bags. There's also a whirlpool for you to take a steaming bath while watching the towering Matterhorn. Or else, you can simply relax by the fireplace, basking in sheer luxury. According to the vlogger, 'indulging in a traditional Swiss fondue' is one of the most wholesome activities here. 'And if you're not a fan of the cold, you can also visit the Iglu Dorf during the day at the igloo bar and enjoy a delicious Swiss cheese fondue or white igloo mulled wine,' she adds. As per Iglu Dorf's official website, the place is open to couples, friend groups, families and solo travellers. You can undertake an adventurous snowshoe trek, take a sauna and relish a scrumptious breakfast in the mountain restaurant. What's more, you can also build an igloo yourself, block by block, under expert guidance. Watch the full video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by DOMI | Travel & Adventure (@swiss_voyage) The post received some lovely comments. 'One of the most unique stays in Switzerland! You captured it so beautifully,' gushed a user. 'This looks like a Narnia setup,' pointed out another, referring to the movie. A travel enthusiast found the place 'incredibly beautiful.' One person called the igloo-stay 'a must-do experience.' 'Zermatt truly is a slice of paradise on Earth – the epitome of perfection!' read a remark. When in Zermatt, bookmark these 6 stunning hotspots: Schwarzsee: Embrace spirituality by visiting the historic Maria zum Schnee chapel. Hiking options are available too Klein Matterhorn: Dubbed to be Europe's highest accessible point by cable car, the place greets you with pristine views of the alpine peaks and glaciers. The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise offered attractions like skiing and the Glacier Palace. Riedweg Viewpoint: Reach this viewpoint right before nightfall to capture the majestic Matterhorn. Gornergrat: This region is only accessible via Europe's highest open-air cogwheel railway. The Gorner Glacier will leave you speechless.
