Strong winds associated with an approaching cold front intensified down the Colorado River valley near Dotsero, blowing a large steel bridge off its moorings and into the Colorado River. The bridge, located just north of Dotsero near the confluence of the Colorado River and Eagle River, was 250 feet long and 25 feet wide.
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Strong winds associated with an approaching cold front intensified down the Colorado River valley near Dotsero, blowing a large steel bridge off its moorings and into the Colorado River. The bridge, located just north of Dotsero near the confluence of the Colorado River and Eagle River, was 250 feet long and 25 feet wide. The twisted remains of the bridge had to be removed from the river.
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1 high wind. Local standard time, as filed.
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