United States Begins Demolition of Collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore

The state of Maryland’s governor, Wes Moore, announced yesterday (March 30th) that the military and relevant authorities will commence the demolition and removal operations of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Major Steps Taken to Address the Devastation

Large cranes have been deployed to the site, ready to dismantle and relocate the collapsed section of the bridge. On March 26th, a cargo vessel collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge, leading to its collapse and the loss of six lives. As of now, two bodies have been found, with the remaining four believed to be trapped underwater. All victims were immigrants from Mexico and Central America.

Governor Wes Moore stated, “The northern sections of the Francis Scott Key Bridge will be severed and moved. This process will allow for the creation of a temporary channel to enable additional vessels to navigate the waters surrounding the bridge collapse site. Currently, the conditions underwater are unsafe for rescue divers, not only due to weather and wind but also due to the hazardous debris beneath the water.”

The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge has caused significant disruptions to maritime traffic and poses safety risks. Urgent measures are being taken to address the situation and restore safe passage for vessels. The demolition and removal process will be carried out with the utmost care and expertise to ensure the safety of the recovery teams and minimize any further impact on the surrounding environment.

Business Today will continue to monitor the developments regarding the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore and bring you the latest updates on this critical infrastructure issue.

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