In recent news, a dramatic incident took place in Baltimore, where a cargo ship collided with a major bridge, causing it to partially collapse. Vehicles fell into the river below, and emergency services were mobilized to search for several missing people.
The accident occurred under the Francis Scott Key Bridge, where two individuals were rescued, one of them in serious condition, according to the Baltimore fire chief. Footage of the collision, which occurred overnight, shows the ship on fire and a thick cloud of black smoke billowing from the scene.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott called the event an “unimaginable tragedy,” describing the bridge’s collapse as a scene worthy of an action movie. Authorities are currently searching for at least seven people, but this number could change as rescue operations continue.
In view of sonar images showing vehicles submerged in the cold waters of the Patapsco River, authorities fear a potentially heavy toll. Maryland Governor Wes Moore declared a state of emergency and mobilized federal resources to address the crisis. The FBI is also on scene to investigate.
Synergy Marine Group, which owned the vessel involved in the accident, confirmed that the crew was safe and sound, with no reports of any injuries. The situation remains critical, however, with metal debris from the bridge emerging from the water, creating a surreal scene near the entrance to Baltimore Harbor.
As authorities continue their search and rescue efforts, it is essential to support the victims of this tragedy and assess the causes of this event to avoid future similar incidents.