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Ship Collides with Bridge in Baltimore Causing Major Collapse

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WATCH: Dramatic footage of a ship colliding with a bridge in Baltimore, causing a major collapse into the river!

A major bridge in Baltimore, the Francis Scott Key Bridge, collapsed after a ship collided with it, sending vehicles crashing into the water. The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, shocking residents and authorities alike. Videos captured the aftermath, showing the bridge giving way and plunging into the Patapsco River. Rescuers are tirelessly searching for individuals who may have been on the bridge when it collapsed.

The Francis Scott Key Bridge, a vital highway artery and East Coast shipping hub, is now partially submerged in the river, causing disruptions in transportation and shipping activities. Baltimore City Fire Department has labeled the incident a mass-casualty event, with workers scouring the water for potential victims. Despite the devastation, no casualties have been reported yet, bringing a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos.

In a surprising turn of events, the container ship that collided with the bridge was not seriously damaged, raising questions about the bridge's structural integrity and safety measures in place. The scale of the collapse has prompted investigations into the cause and potential risks to other infrastructure in the area. As Baltimore grapples with the aftermath, the resilience of the city and its emergency response teams shines through, showcasing unity and determination in the face of adversity.

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WATCH | Major Baltimore bridge collapses after ship collision (News24)

A major bridge in the US city of Baltimore collapsed Tuesday after a ship collided with it, crashing into the water below and seemingly bringing vehicles ...

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Major bridge in Baltimore collapses after being struck by ship ... (CNBC)

The Francis Scott Key Bridge partially collapsed at 1:35 a.m. local time on Tuesday, a Baltimore City police spokesperson said.

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Witness video shows aftermath of Baltimore bridge collapse (BBC News)

A large ship struck Key Bridge in Baltimore, shows the aftermath of the crash as the bridge collapsed into the river.

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Live updates: Rescuers search for people in the water after ... (The Washington Post)

Baltimore's fire chief said several people were likely on Francis Scott Key Bridge when it collapsed into the Patapsco River and vehicles have been detected ...

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The Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore collapses after a ship ... (NPR)

A part of a Baltimore bridge serving as a vital highway artery and an East Coast shipping hub collapsed early Tuesday morning after a container ship crashed ...

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At least 20 people thought to be in river after Baltimore bridge collapse (Financial Mail)

The 2.57km-long Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, in the US collapsed in the early hours of Tuesday after a container ship hit it, ...

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Baltimore bridge collapse: rescuers search water after ship collision (Reuters Canada)

The Baltimore City Fire Department described the bridge collapse as a mass-casualty incident and said workers were searching for seven people in the river.

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Baltimore bridge crash causes supply chain concerns (BBC News)

The Francis Scott Key Bridge, which collapsed on Tuesday, spanned the ninth-busiest port in the US.

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Baltimore bridge collapse: US braces for supply chain disruption (The Guardian)

Downing of Francis Scott Key Bridge disrupts shipping of cars and parts and risks loss of Baltimore's cargo trade to other ports.

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Baltimore's Key Bridge was built in the '70s, but has a deep and ... (NPR)

The bridge was built mere yards from where Francis Scott Key watched the British bombardment of Fort McHenry in 1814, inspiring him to write the song that ...

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A father of 3 and a budding entrepreneur are among the 6 workers ... (CNN)

They worked the overnight shift repairing potholes on a famed bridge that 30000 Marylanders relied on every day. But early Thursday morning, ...

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What We Know About the Baltimore Key Bridge Collapse (The New York Times)

A giant container ship struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore at about 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Most of the bridge collapsed into the Patapsco River.

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Baltimore's Key Bridge collapse live news: Divers to search for bodies (Aljazeera.com)

Authorities switch focus to recovering bodies of six people missing since ship slammed into bridge in US city.

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Companies react to Baltimore bridge collapse - SABC News ... (SABC News)

A major bridge collapsed in the US port of Baltimore after being struck by a container ship, plunging cars into the river below.

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Details emerge on Baltimore bridge collapse victims: 'They were ... (The Guardian)

Six men presumed dead reportedly were construction workers from Latin American countries, including a father of three.

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Baltimore bridge collapse: What happened and what do we know ... (Reuters)

Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed early on Tuesday after a container ship smashed into a pylon, sending vehicles and eight people into frigid ...

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Baltimore's bridge collapse is expected to disrupt supply chains (NPR)

The Port of Baltimore handles high volumes of auto imports, so while it's at a standstill, some cars and trucks will have to be diverted to other ports, ...

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The key factors that contributed to the Baltimore bridge collapse (CNN)

Perhaps the most obvious cause for the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore early Tuesday is what's seen in footage captured from the ...

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Baltimore bridge collapse: Father of three among victims (BBC News)

Six people are presumed dead after the bridge collapsed, but what do we know about them?

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Authorities warned of ship approach moments before Baltimore ... (Reuters)

Federal investigators on Wednesday examined the cargo ship that crashed into a Baltimore bridge while emergency teams searched for bodies and details ...

Baltimore's Key Bridge rebuild could take a decade, analysts say (WYPR)

The Port of Baltimore port could be reopened in less than a year, but the effects on transportation and the timeframe to rebuild the Francis Scott Key ...

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Biden administration warns of lengthy disruption at Baltimore port (Financial Times)

Carmakers and insurers brace for fallout after bridge collapse shuts critical US trade hub.

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Baltimore bridge collapse: two bodies recovered from water, officials ... (The Guardian)

Authorities say bodies of men found in red pickup truck beneath spot where bridge collapsed, and that families have been told.

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