March 26th 2024.
As the night fell over Baltimore, Maryland, a shocking event unfolded on the Francis Scott Key Bridge. A cargo ship, traveling along the river, crashed into the 1.6-mile bridge, causing it to crumble into the water below. The harrowing moment was captured in footage, showing the vessel ploughing into the metal structure, causing it to collapse into pieces.
Reports indicate that the bridge was not empty at the time of the accident. At least seven construction workers and an unknown number of vehicles were on the bridge, adding to the urgency of the situation. The mayor of Baltimore, Brandon M. Scott, and the county executive, Johnny Olszewski Jr., quickly responded to the scene, along with emergency services. Rescue efforts were immediately launched to save anyone who may have been trapped in the wreckage.
The impact of the cargo ship was so strong that within seconds, most of the bridge had collapsed into the freezing water. The search was on for the seven individuals who were believed to be in the river. The main span of the bridge, which spans the Patapsco River and the outer Baltimore Harbor, was made of steel and had an arch shape. It was a vital transportation link for the city and its collapse was a devastating blow.
The ship responsible for the accident was identified as the Singapore-flagged Dali. It had left Baltimore at 1am and was headed to Colombo, Sri Lanka. The collision with the bridge had caused significant damage to both the ship and the bridge, and an investigation was launched to determine the cause of the accident. As rescue efforts continued throughout the night, the city of Baltimore was left in shock and disbelief at the destruction caused by the cargo ship's collision with the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
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