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Baltimore bridge collapses into river after being hit by cargo ship



Mayor says rescue efforts are under way after vessel crashed into Francis Scott Key Bridge, sending vehicles into waterBaltimore bridge collapse – latest updatesA portion of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore has collapsed after a cargo ship collided with it early on Tuesday, sending multiple vehicles into the water.At about 1.30am, a vessel crashed into the bridge, catching fire before sinking. A video posted on X appeared to show much of the 2.6km bridge giving way, as a number of vehicles fell into the water below.

“All lanes closed both directions for incident on I-695 Key Bridge. Traffic is being detoured,” the Maryland Transportation Authority posted on X. Continue reading…



Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/mar/26/baltimore-francis-scott-key-bridge-collapses-after-boat-collision

Author : Ashifa Kassam

Publish date : 2024-03-26 08:04:28

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