This photo posted to Facebook by the Wheeling Fire Department shows the results of the collapse on Wednesday. Video: The Collapse of the Washington Avenue Bridge FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Steve Novotney January 9, 2026 This video has been released on social media by several Facebook members from the Wheeling area. TagsMerloIncohiocountyUpperOhioValleywashingtonavenuebridgeWestVirginiawheelingwheelingfirewheelingpoliceWVDOHWVDOYT Previous articleWheeling Scottish Rite Event Center to Host Festive Robert Burns Supper Celebrating Scottish TraditionNext articleON THE NAIL! – Three Days. Three Games. LATEST POSTS News Lane Closure on W.Va. Route 2 Southbound in Moundsville to Begin Monday April 26, 2026 Inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances could change the project schedule. News Nailers Defend Home Ice with 5-1 Win Over Reading in Game Two April 25, 2026 Team captain Matthew Quercia led the offensive attack on Saturday night for Wheeling with one goal and two assists. News Bridgeport Schools Fine Arts Festival Draws Local Talent April 25, 2026 The festival also hosts area artists as vendors alongside Bridgeport High School students. Load more - Advertisment - - Advertisment - - Advertisment - - Advertisment - - Advertisment - - Advertisment -