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Key Bridge Collapse: A Tragic Confluence of Rare Events

The catastrophic collapse of Baltimore's Key Bridge last Tuesday was the result of a rare combination of failures, leading to the death of six workers and significant disruptions.

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Wreckage from the Francis Scott Key Bridge rests on the Dali cargo ship on March 29, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Overview

  • The collapse of Baltimore's Key Bridge was caused by a rare confluence of events, including a ship losing power and striking a vulnerable bridge pier.
  • Six workers were killed in the collapse, which also caused significant disruptions to transportation and the local economy.
  • The ship involved, the Dali, was carrying hazardous materials, but so far, no immediate environmental threats have been identified.
  • Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact causes of the collapse, with a focus on the ship's power outage and the bridge's vulnerability.
  • The cleanup and reconstruction efforts are expected to take years, with immediate priorities on recovering the victims and reopening the port.