Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Cargo Ship Collision Causes Devastation
Early on Tuesday morning, Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after a large container ship, the Dali, struck one of its support beams. This tragic event was captured in a video, signaling a mass casualty situation with 20 people in the water. Emergency services, including divers and helicopters, swiftly responded. The Governor declared a state of emergency, indicating swift deployment of federal resources. The White House, transportation authorities, and engineering experts are closely monitoring the situation. The extraordinary impact force of the collision caused significant devastation, with workers missing and structural damage. Investigations are ongoing as the vessel company and authorities work towards understanding the cause and extent of the calamity.