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Cargo Ship Crash Causes Baltimore Bridge Collapse, Killing Six

The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge disrupts Baltimore's economy as investigations and recovery efforts continue.

  • A cargo ship, the Dali, crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing it to collapse and killing at least six construction workers.
  • Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing, with power failures on the Dali identified as a key factor.
  • The collapse has had a significant impact on Baltimore's economy, particularly the Port of Baltimore, which is now facing disruptions.
  • Federal and state officials, including President Joe Biden, have pledged support and funding for the bridge's reconstruction and the port's reopening.
  • The National Transportation Safety Board expects the investigation to take one to two years, while the search has shifted from recovery to salvage operations.
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