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politics20 days ago•6 min saved

Indictment ties ship operator to Baltimore Key Bridge collapse that killed six

Federal prosecutors charged the operator of the container ship M/V Dali and a shore-based supervisor with conspiracy, obstruction, and false statements over the Key Bridge collapse that killed six workers. The indictment alleges the ship used an improper flushing fuel pump that led to power outages, and that officials concealed its use from investigators, contributing to the disaster and delaying a safety response; civil claims and a multibillion-dollar bridge replacement project area ongoing.

via CBS News|

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accidents-and-disasters2 years ago•3 min saved

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Cleanup Challenges and Cultural Impact"

Engineers have begun the complex process of removing the mangled steel from the collapsed section of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, which was caused by a cargo ship crashing into one of its main supports, resulting in six deaths and blocking shipping traffic into the Port of Baltimore. The removal involves the use of massive cranes, tugboats, barges, and salvage vessels, with the goal of reopening shipping lanes and stabilizing the site for continued search efforts for the missing workers. The cargo ship, Dali, reportedly lost propulsion before the crash, and efforts are underway to recover vehicles that fell from the bridge.

via New York Post |

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politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Republican Outrage Over Baltimore Bridge Collapse Funding"

Rep. Dan Meuser criticized President Biden's pledge to use federal funds to rebuild the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, calling it "outrageous" given the available excess funds for infrastructure projects. The bridge collapsed after a ship struck a pillar, causing six deaths and shutting down the Port of Baltimore. Biden vowed to cover the entire cost of rebuilding the bridge, while Meuser argued that Maryland already received substantial infrastructure funding and suggested exploring insurance coverage from the responsible parties.

via New York Post |

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