Over 25 years and $14 Billion dollars, a decision was made to use cheap glue to adhere 52,000 lb. ceiling panels in place in the tunnels of Boston. After a year long investigation, it was discovered that the city used inferrior, short-term glue to adhere the ceiling panels, instead of the proper adhesives, and bolts.
I am referring to the project/disaster known as 'The Big Dig', which was started decades ago, and continues to this day in Boston. The idea, and end result were great, except for the pesky ocean water leaks, which could crush drivers in the tunnels, the deaths from unsafe conditions, and use of inferior materials used to cut costs!
The tunnels, which run under downtown Boston, and the connecting waterways, is a great way to get into the city, and to the airport. However, each time in these tunnels, one must pray that at that moment, the glue used to hold the massive ceiling panels in place does not decide to give way! One couple was not so lucky, and died under one of the panels, as driving to the airport. The city may have saved a little money, in the already way over budget project, but I'm sure the lawsuits from the families will far surpass the savings!
What ever the outcome of the lawsuits from both the family and federal government, the tunnels will be opened and operational, but just hope, if you find yourself in one of them, that the panel you are under, was not one teetering to get to the ground!
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