A shipping container struck a bridge support in Baltimore, Maryland, causing its collapse into the harbor.

A major bridge in Baltimore collapsed after a cargo ship collided with it, causing vehicles to fall into the Patapsco River. The bridge collapse led to a multi-agency rescue operation and has caused significant economic and social disruption, with the Port of Baltimore handling the highest volume of autos and light trucks in the United States. Engineers are investigating the reasons behind the quick structural failure of the bridge.

March 26, 2024
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