Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge has collapsed after being struck by a container ship.
A 3km long bridge has collapsed in the US after being struck by a container ship, with “mass casualties” being reported.Astonishing footage shows the moment the Singapore-flagged ship called the Dali hit one of the pillars of the 3km bridge sending it crashing into the Patapsco River, shortly before 1.30am local time.
There is an ongoing multi-agency rescue operation being led by the fire department, collaborating with the US Coastguard and other Maryland agencies.Locals in the area reported hearing a “loud thunder” sound as the incident occurred.“It was like a loud thunder and everyone close is talking about it. Those poor people that lost their lives.“My fear is driving on bridges, and at night. The whole thing went down so fast.
All crew members, including the two pilots who were aboard, have been accounted for and there are no reports of any injuries, Synergy Marine Group confirmed to theBaltimore County executive, Johnny Olszewski Jr, says rescue efforts are under way following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in the city.“I am aware of the situation at the Key Bridge and remain in regular communication with my Fire Chief and Director of Emergency Operations,” he wrote on social media.
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