National Transportation Safety Chair, Jennifer Homendy speaks on the Pittsburgh Bridge collapse near Frick Park. What does she say?
Jennifer Homendy is the Chair of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). She has been serving under the position since August 13, 2021.
A two-lane bridge in Pittsburgh collapsed on Friday, Jan 28, 2022. The incident took place hours ahead of President Joe Biden’s visit to the city.
Pittsburgh Bridge Collapsed: Jennifer Homendy Sends Team To The Site
Jennifer Homendy is sending her team to the Pittsburgh Bridge collapsed site. A team will arrive at the spot on Friday, January 28, 2022.
The NTSB said on Twitter, “NTSB launching a go-team to Pittsburgh bridge collapse. Chair Jennifer Homendy will be a board member on the scene. Arrival time this afternoon.:
BREAKING NEWS: NTSB launching go-team to Pittsburgh bridge collapse. Chair Jennifer Homendy will be board member on scene. Arrival time this afternoon. Monitor Twitter @ntsb_newsroom for updates.
— NTSB_Newsroom (@NTSB_Newsroom) January 28, 2022
Meanwhile, Pittsburgh’s Mayor Ed Gainey states that there have been no fatalities in the area. However, 10 people suffered minor injuries.
Also, four vehicles were on the bridge when it got destroyed. Teams are reportedly performing reconnaissance to ensure safety.
The cause of the collapse is yet to be investigated. The National Transportation Safety Board will soon notify the details after the investigation.
Who Is Jennifer Homendy? Her Wikipedia
Jennifer Homendy has been the chairwoman of NTSB since August 13, 2021. She is the 44th member of the NTSB since 2018.
Homendy is a native of Plainville, Connecticut. She has done a Bachelor of Arts degree from Pennsylvania State University.
The NTSB chairwoman first worked as a government relations manager at the American Iron and Steel Institute.
She also served as the representative for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.
In 2010, she spearheaded the T&I Committee’s extensive oversight investigations of the Enbridge pipeline ruptured in Marshall, Michigan, and PHMSA.
Besides her work, she is an avid runner and cyclist, due to which she frequently advocates safety for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists.
Jennifer Homendy Age & Birthday
Jennifer Homendy’s current age is 52 years old in 2022. However, at present, we are unaware of her birthday details.
Who Is Jennifer Homendy Husband?
Jennifer Homendy is married to her devoted husband, Michael. They also share daughters named Alexandra and Lexi.
The family is reportedly living in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
At present, we are unable to trace more details about her husband and family.
Jennifer Homendy Net Worth & Salary
Jennifer Homendy’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million or even more in 2022.
Her base salary is $158,500 until 2020, says Federal Pay.