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Construction on bridge begins
Brell Construction starts repairs on Beltline bridge. -
Truck starts traveling to Wisconsin
The acetic anhydride was taken from a Techdale Chemical Co. site in Ohio. A document in the truck said it was on its way to Laverne Trent Timber Mill, but Laverne has no record of shipment. -
Bridge collapse and spill
The accident occurred at 4:10 a.m. on the Beltline Highway in Monona, Wisconsin. Five confirmed dead. Tim Deerick, 52, Kankakee, IllinoisTrevor Reston, 36, St. Louis, MissouriBrad Miller, 25, MadisonSergeant James Sander, 38, Monona Police Department -
Techdale Chemical saftey crews arrive
Techdale Chemical Co. produced and shipped the acetic anhydride. The company sent safety crews the day after.
Dane County and Madison Hazardous Materials teams responded yesterday. -
People of Monona cope
Sgt. James Sander and the other casualties are mourned throughout the town. Monona citizens and the people touched by the tragedy show their support by holding public vigils. -
Angelina Jolie comes to Monona
Jolie was onsite in Milwaukee filming her new film, 5th Grade Valentines Day, when she heard of the accident. She flew to Monona to comfort victims. -
Monona Grove HS prom cancelled
Students were outraged after their senior Prom was cancelled due to the spill. -
Tom Hanks donates 2 million to Monona
Former Monona resident Tom Hanks donates money to repair bridge and sets up a scholarship fund on behalf of Sgt. Sander. Hanks was in Chicago when he learned of the spill. -
Beltline Bridge Reopens
The area is declared safe by Madison Hazardous Materials team. -
Truck may be a part of heroin operation
Acetic anhydride is an essential ingredient in the production heroin. The Drug Enforcement Administration is currently investigating a potential heroin processing lab in central Wisconsin.
