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Merrimack Valley Bridge Closed Due to Early Morning Fire

The Central Bridge fire was spotted during snow removal around 2 a.m., prompting closure and a structural evaluation by Massachusetts Department of Transportation officials.

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"Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes and should expect significant traffic delays."

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There is chaos in transit in Lawrence, Massachusetts after a busy city bridge was closed after a fire on Tuesday. The Central Bridge is a main artery of the city and other communities in the area. Cleaning teams were in the right place, at the right time removing the snow accumulated under the bridge, when they noticed flames under the structure.

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NBC Boston broke the news in Boston, United States on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
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