Bridge Closure Continues Following Fatal Car Explosion on Rainbow Bridge between US and Canada

The Rainbow Bridge, which connects the US and Canada near Niagara Falls, is still closed for a second day following a deadly car explosion. The incident occurred on Wednesday morning, causing a major security scare just before Thanksgiving. A husband and wife were killed in the explosion, while a US border agent sustained injuries. New York's governor stated that terrorism has been ruled out, but many details are still unknown, including the identity of the couple involved. The explosion took place around 11:30 local time on Wednesday, leading to significant disruption on one of the busiest travel days of the year. Governor Kathy Hochul reported that the car was traveling at a very high speed, crashing over an 8ft fence near a checkpoint. The vehicle was completely incinerated, and no personal belongings, including a license plate, were recovered. The investigation is ongoing, and there is uncertainty surrounding the cause of the crash and the couple's motives. Reportedly, the driver was operating a 2022 Bentley and had recently visited a US casino after a canceled concert by the band Kiss. The FBI concluded their investigation at the scene and determined that there were no explosive materials or connection to terrorism. The case has been transferred to the Niagara Falls Police Department for further investigation. The Rainbow Bridge, along with other nearby bridges, was temporarily closed but has since reopened.