Baltimore Bridge Collapse Update: Third Construction Worker's Body Recovered

Published: 06 April 2024 at 03:11

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The body of the third construction worker, 38-year-old Maynor Yasir Suazo-Sandoval, was recovered from the Patapsco River after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott expressed condolences and support for the families of the victims. Six workers were killed in the collapse, with three bodies now recovered. Salvage teams are working to find the remaining missing workers.

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Collapse of Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore

The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed, with a container ship named The Dali from Singapore still at the site. Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandoval, part of the maintenance crew on the bridge, is reported missing. Salvage work is ongoing at the scene.

Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse (Wikipedia)

On March 26, 2024, at 01:28 EDT (05:28 UTC), part of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, United States, collapsed after the container ship Dali struck one of its support pillars.Baltimore City Fire Department stated that at least seven vehicles fell into the water. Two people were recovered from the river; one was not injured while the other was transported to hospital in critical condition, and at least seven people are believed missing.

Two Victims Recovered from Baltimore Bridge Collapse Identified as Workers from Mexico and Guatemala

The bodies of Alejandro Hernandez Fuentes from Mexico and Dorlian Ronial Castillo Cabrera from Guatemala have been recovered from a red pick-up truck in the Patapsco River after the Frances Scott Key Bridge collapsed. Four people are still missing and presumed dead, with recovery efforts suspended due to dangerous conditions. The victims, part of a crew filling potholes on the bridge, included workers from Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala. Sonar vehicles indicate the remaining vehicles are likely encased in concrete from the collapsed structures.

Ship with Giant Crane en Route to Clear Baltimore Bridge Collapse Debris

A ship carrying a giant crane is on its way to help clear the debris of the Francis Scott Key Bridge after it collapsed into the Patapsco River, closing the entrance to the Port of Baltimore. Four men, all Latin American immigrants, are still missing and believed to have been killed in the incident. Recovery efforts were halted due to safety concerns. The community is mourning the loss, with the Baltimore mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs setting up a relief fund for the victims' families.

Efforts to Clean Up Francis Scott Key Bridge After Ship Collision in Baltimore

Authorities in Baltimore are working to clean up the debris in the Patapsco River after a 984-foot ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing it to collapse and killing six construction workers, with only two bodies recovered so far. Salvage efforts involve cutting up the bridge, refloating the ship, and removing wreckage, albeit facing challenges like unsafe diving conditions. The process, similar to a past incident in Georgia, is expected to be time-intensive, but aims to reopen the shipping channel and aid in future salvage operations.

Salvage Operations Underway After Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse in Baltimore

After the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, divers are using sonar technology to guide them underwater in challenging conditions with limited visibility due to mud and debris. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is leading the salvage operation, relying on 3D images taken by the Navys Supervisor of Salvage and Diving using CODA Octopus sonar technology. Governor Wes Moore mentioned difficulties caused by rough weather. The bridge collapsed after being struck by the cargo ship Dali, owned by Singapore-based Grace Ocean, with salvage efforts ongoing to recover the bodies of construction workers trapped underwater.

Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore Collapses After Being Hit by a Freight Ship

The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore partially collapsed into the Patapsco River after a freighter crashed into it, causing significant damage. The steel-arched bridge, built in the 1970s, was considered an engineering feat. The incident resulted in a structural failure of the bridge.

Cargo ship crash in Baltimore causes bridge collapse and major repercussions

A massive cargo ship lost power, leading to a crash with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, resulting in the bridge collapsing into the Patapsco River. Two construction workers were found dead, and four are presumed dead. The Baltimore port's closure will impact the city's economy and the country's supply chain. President Biden approved a $60 million federal aid request for emergency costs. Maryland Governor called for citizen support in rebuilding efforts. The port's closure affects the automobile industry, with some automakers rerouting shipments.

Salvage Work Continues on Collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore

Salvage work is ongoing on the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, with the Tradeport Atlantic maritime shipping terminal preparing to handle an influx of ships to clear the mangled wreckage. The terminal plans to unload and process around 10,000 vehicles in the next 15 days, including redirected ships due to access blockages at the main terminals, causing logistical challenges for shipping along the East Coast.

Floating Crane Arrives at Site of Collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore

A massive floating crane capable of lifting 1,000 tons at once has arrived at the site of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland. The bridge wreckage, weighing upwards of 4,000 tons, rests on the cargo ship Dali and will need to be cut into four parts for removal. Federal resources are being allocated to Maryland to address the incident and reopen the main shipping channel amidst challenges in clearing the debris from the bridge.

US Army works to clear debris after cargo ship collision with Baltimore bridge

US Army Colonel Estee Pinchasin is leading the operation to clear the debris left by the collision of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge with the cargo ship Dali, which resulted in six worker fatalities and significant damage. Multiple agencies, including the US Army Corps of Engineers and Navy, are involved in the effort to reopen the shipping channel and remove the wreckage, which is crucial for the port's operations that support key industries like steel, aluminum, and automotive manufacturing.

Debris Removal Underway at the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore After Cargo Ship Collision

Crews in Baltimore are working to clear debris from the Francis Scott Key Bridge following a collision with a cargo ship, causing twisted metal and crushed shipping containers. Small Business Administration administrator Isabel Guzman, alongside local officials, holds a press conference at the SBA business recovery center to address the aftermath of the incident.

Container Ship Collides with Baltimore's Key Bridge After Previous Crash in Antwerp

The Singapore-flagged container ship, Dali, collided with Baltimore's Key Bridge, causing it to collapse, with previous history of crashing into a dock in Antwerp, Belgium in 2016. The 948-feet-long vessel was enroute to Colombo from Baltimore and has a capacity of 111,000 tonnes. The incident led to a rescue operation as cars and construction workers fell into the Patapsco River. The ship's crew, all Indian nationals, were questioned by the Coast Guard. The bridge collapse caused a mass casualty event with ongoing search and rescue efforts.

Carnival Corporation Anticipates $10 Million Impact on Earnings After Baltimore Bridge Collapse

The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Maryland resulted from a large container ship striking a support column, causing vehicles to plunge into the Patapsco River. Carnival Corporation forecasts a negative impact of up to $10 million on its 2024 earnings due to the incident, leading to disruptions in vessel traffic at the Port of Baltimore. Cargo bound for Baltimore may be diverted to the Port of New York and New Jersey, with potential supply chain disruptions affecting businesses, particularly in the automotive industry.

President Biden to Visit Baltimore Following Bridge Collapse

President Biden plans to visit Baltimore to assess the recovery efforts following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The Port of Baltimore has opened a small channel to allow limited shipping for the first time since the disaster, with two offices in Baltimore helping affected businesses apply for federal relief loans up to $2 million. The closure of the port has impacted the local economy and led to thousands of job losses. Legal filings by the ship companies seek to limit liability for the bridge collapse.

US President Joe Biden pledges to help rebuild collapsed bridge with union labour and American steel

President Joe Biden visited the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore and expressed his commitment to assist in rebuilding it using union labour and American steel, reassuring residents of his support.

Maryland Democrats React to Blame on DEI Policies for Bridge Collapse

Maryland's Democratic leaders, including Gov. Wes Moore and Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, dismiss Republican claims that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on March 26. Republicans allege DEI led to neglect of bridge upkeep. Moore and Scott emphasize focus on rebuilding and addressing loss of life. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg states no timeline for bridge reconstruction. $400 million estimated cost for new bridge construction with significant economic impact on the Port of Baltimore.

Francis Scott Key Bridge (Wikipedia)

Francis Scott Key Bridge, Key Bridge, or FSK Bridge can refer to:Francis Scott Key Bridge (Baltimore), a bridge that previously carried Interstate 695, which crossed the outer harbor of Baltimore, MarylandFrancis Scott Key Bridge collapse, a 2024 incident involving the Baltimore bridgeFrancis Scott Key Bridge (Washington), a bridge carrying U.S. Route 29 which crosses the Potomac River between Washington, DC and Arlington, Virginia

Francis Scott Key Bridge (Baltimore) (Wikipedia)

The Francis Scott Key Bridge, known originally as the Outer Harbor Crossing until it was renamed in 1976, while still under construction, or simply as the Key Bridge or Beltway Bridge, was a steel arch continuous through truss bridge spanning the lower Patapsco River and outer Baltimore Harbor / Port carrying Maryland Route 695 in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. The main span of 1,200 feet (366 m) was the third longest span of any continuous truss in the world. It was the second-longest bridge in the Baltimore metropolitan area, after the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. On March 26, 2024, at 01:28 a.m. EDT (UTC–4), the bridge partially collapsed after the Singapore-flagged container ship Dali collided with one of its support pillars.The bridge was opened on March 23, 1977, named for amateur poet Francis Scott Key (1779–1843), the author of the American national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner". The bridge was the outermost of three toll crossings of Baltimore's Harbor, two tunnels and one bridge. Upon completion, the bridge structure and its approaches became the final links in Interstate 695, the "Baltimore Beltway", completing a two decades long project. Despite the I-695 signage, the bridge was officially considered part of the state highway system and designated Maryland Route 695.The bridge was 8,636 feet (2,632 m) long and carried an estimated 11.5 million vehicles annually. It was a designated hazardous materials truck route, as HAZMATs are prohibited in the Baltimore Harbor and Fort McHenry tunnels.The Key Bridge was a toll facility operated by the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA). As of July 1, 2013, the toll rate for cars was $4.00. The bridge was part of the E-ZPass system and included two dedicated E-ZPass lanes in its toll plaza in both the northbound and southbound directions. In April 2019, MDTA announced that the bridge would become a cashless toll facility by October 2019. With this system, customers without E-ZPass would pay using video tolling. Cashless tolling began on the bridge on October 30, 2019.The bridge was partially destroyed on March 26, 2024 when the container ship Dali crashed into a support pillar, leading to the complete failure of the bridge's center span.

Efforts to Restore Port Access After Baltimore Bridge Collapse

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plans to open a temporary channel by the end of April and restore full access by the end of May following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. The port is crucial for car shipments, handling over 750,000 vehicles in 2023, and is the largest U.S. port for farm machinery and agricultural products. Maryland's congressional delegation is meeting to discuss emergency funding for Baltimore, with estimates suggesting the total cost of rebuilding could exceed a billion dollars.

Maryland to Receive Federal Money for Francis Scott Key Bridge Recovery but Long-Term Funding Uncertain

Maryland will receive federal emergency relief funds for the Francis Scott Key Bridge recovery mission, with an initial payment of $60 million requested for early recovery and cleanup. Federal agencies will cover the full cost of clearing shipping lanes in the Patapsco River. Maryland's congressional delegation plans to introduce legislation for more federal dollars to cover any financial gap. President Biden advocates for the federal government to pay for the full restoration of the waterway and bridge. Senators Van Hollen and Cardin intend to introduce legislation to ensure the federal government covers the full costs of the new bridge design and construction.

Interstate 695 (Maryland) (Wikipedia)

Interstate 695 (I-695) is a 51.46-mile-long (82.82 km) auxiliary Interstate Highway that constitutes a beltway extending around Baltimore, Maryland, United States. I-695 is officially designated the McKeldin Beltway but is colloquially referred to as either the Baltimore Beltway or 695. The route is an auxiliary route of I-95, intersecting that route southwest of Baltimore near Arbutus and northeast of the city near White Marsh. It also intersects other major roads radiating from the Baltimore area, including I-97 near Glen Burnie, the Baltimore–Washington Parkway (B–W Parkway; Maryland Route 295 [MD 295]) near Linthicum, I-70 near Woodlawn, I-795 near Pikesville, and I-83 in the Timonium area. The 19.37-mile (31.17 km) portion of the Baltimore Beltway between I-95 northeast of Baltimore and I-97 south of Baltimore is officially Maryland Route 695 (MD 695) and is not part of the Interstate Highway System but is signed as I-695. The Francis Scott Key Bridge that crossed over the Patapsco River was included in this section of the route before the bridge's collapse on March 26, 2024. The bridge and its approaches were maintained by the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA), while the remainder of the Baltimore Beltway is maintained by the Maryland State Highway Administration (MDSHA).The Baltimore Beltway was first planned in 1949 by Baltimore County; the state eventually took over the project, becoming part of the Interstate Highway System planned in 1956. The length of the route from MD 2 south of Baltimore clockwise to U.S. Route 40 (US 40) northeast of the city opened in stages from 1955 to 1962, providing an Interstate bypass of Baltimore. It was the first beltway in the US to be built as part of the Interstate Highway System. Plans were made to finish the remainder of the route, with a diversion to the Windlass and Patapsco freeways, opened in 1973, following the cancelation of a more outer route that was to partly follow what is today MD 702 (Southeast Boulevard). The Outer Harbor Crossing over the Patapsco River, which was dedicated to Francis Scott Key, who wrote "The Star-Spangled Banner", and its approaches were finished in 1977, completing the route around Baltimore. The approaches to the bridge were originally two lanes to accommodate a tunnel that was initially proposed to run under the river; in subsequent years, they were upgraded to a four-lane configuration compliant with Interstate Highway standards, allowing for this portion of the route to be signed as I-695 rather than MD 695. There are plans for I-695 that include high-occupancy toll (HOT) lanes to ease traffic. In addition, the northeastern interchange with I-95 was reconstructed in 2014 to accommodate express toll lanes that were added to I-95, and construction took place in 2016 to remove I-695's carriageway crossovers here.

Barge Collides with Bridge in Oklahoma, Temporarily Shutting Down Highway

A barge struck a bridge over the Arkansas River in Oklahoma causing the closure of US-59 south of Sallisaw until lanes were reopened. The incident led to the highway's closure and a diversion of traffic, though no injuries were reported. The bridge will remain closed for inspection following the collision. The cause of the barge hitting the bridge remains unknown amidst concurrent efforts to address the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland.

Port of Baltimore (Wikipedia)

The Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore is a shipping port along the tidal basins of the three branches of the Patapsco River in Baltimore, Maryland on the upper northwest shore of the Chesapeake Bay. It is the nation's largest port facility for specialized cargo (roll-on/roll-off ships) and passenger facilities. It is operated by the Maryland Port Administration (MPA), a unit of the Maryland Department of Transportation.During a 2006 celebration of the port's 300th birthday, the port was renamed in honor of Helen Delich Bentley (1923–2016), a former longtime U.S. Representative (Congresswoman) to the United States Congress (1985–1995) from Baltimore. She was also a former maritime reporter/editor for The Baltimore Sun, a local major daily newspaper.As of March 28, 2024, ship access to the port is blocked due to the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, however truck access remains open.

Key Bridge (Washington, D.C.) (Wikipedia)

The Key Bridge, is a six-lane reinforced concrete arch bridge conveying U.S. Route 29 (US 29) traffic across the Potomac River between the Rosslyn neighborhood of Arlington County, Virginia, and the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Completed in 1923, it is Washington's oldest surviving road bridge across the Potomac River.Key Bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1996.

Owner and Manager of Dali Containership Seek to Limit Legal Liability After Bridge Collision in Baltimore

The owner and manager of the Dali containership that collided with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge are attempting to cap their liability at around $43.7 million, the value of the ship post-accident, by invoking a 19th-century federal law. Cleanup and repair costs are estimated to be $28 million and $19.5 million respectively. They deny fault and negligence, following a similar legal strategy as the owner of the Titanic. President Biden is expected to assess the damage on Friday, and federal court proceedings will determine liability. Salvage efforts and rebuilding plans are underway.

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