Early this morning, around 1:30 am local time, a shocking incident unfolded as several vehicles tumbled into the water due to the collapse of the Baltimore bridge. The chaos erupted after a massive container ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.

Bridge Collapse Alert:

Reports flooded in after someone dialed 911 to report the disaster. The Baltimore City Fire Department quickly confirmed that the bridge collapsed into the river upon being struck by the large vessel. Videos capturing the terrifying moment of the bridge giving way spread like wildfire across social media platforms. The Baltimore City Fire Department categorized the collapse as a ‘mass casualty event,’ with numerous people and vehicles plunging into the river.

Rescue Operations Underway:

As the extent of the tragedy unfolded, multiple rescue teams, spearheaded by the fire department and supported by the US Coastguard, rushed to the scene. They are tirelessly working on rescue operations to save as many lives as possible.

THE BALTIMORE BRIDGE. I CANNOT GET MY HEAD AROUND HOW THIS COULD HAPPEN. AWFUL. PIC.TWITTER.COM/XEVDZ3FSHT— Dan Walker (@mrdanwalker) March 26, 2024

The container ship involved in the collision is reported to be the Singapore-flagged Dali, stretching a whopping 300 meters in length. The ship was on its route to Colombo, Sri Lanka, when the accident occurred. Tracking data from ship systems reveals that the Dali left Port Breeze terminal around 12:45 am local time. About 45 minutes later, it came to a halt near the Baltimore bridge.

Fortunately, the shipping company, Synergy Marine Group, confirmed to the BBC that none of the crew members aboard the Dali sustained injuries. All crew, including the two pilots, are safely secured.

Response from Authorities:

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott has acknowledged the gravity of the situation and is en route to the scene. He urged residents to remain composed, assuring them that emergency teams are working tirelessly to mitigate the crisis.

The Francis Scott Key Bridge, also known as the Key Bridge, spans the Patapsco River and forms part of the I-95 interstate. It serves as a crucial link connecting Miami, Florida, to Maine. As the city grapples with this unforeseen calamity, the focus remains on the ongoing rescue efforts and ensuring the safety and well-being of those affected by this tragic event.

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