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Crew Stranded for Nearly Two Months After Baltimore Bridge Collapse

The Dali's crew remains onboard due to visa issues and ongoing investigations, with limited communication and resources.

Overview

  • Twenty-one sailors, mostly from India and Sri Lanka, are stuck on the Dali after it collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing its collapse.
  • The crew's phones were confiscated by the FBI, leaving them unable to contact family or manage personal affairs.
  • Investigations by the FBI and NTSB are ongoing, with the crew assisting while maintaining the ship.
  • The ship experienced multiple power failures before the incident, contributing to the crash.
  • Authorities have provided food and supplies, but the crew faces emotional distress and isolation.