6-month delay in Penobscot Narrows Bridge suicide barrier construction in Maine due to wind study concerns.
Penobscot Narrows Bridge in Maine faces 6-month delay in suicide barrier construction due to wind study concerns, as initial fence design might not withstand wind speeds. Governor Mills signed a bill in 2023 mandating barriers for suicide prevention on the bridge, which has experienced multiple attempts since opening in 2006. Design work will be completed in fall, with construction to follow.
July 13, 2024
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