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Witnesser reveals the moment Baltimore Bridge collapsed

Wednesday, 27/03/2024, 16:48 (GMT+7)

Residents of Baltimore recount the 'unbelievable' moment when the city's Key Bridge collapsed into the river.

Dali's ship crashed into the Baltimore Bridge, leading it to collapse.

According to the report, the Dali ship was seen billowing quickly before colliding with the Baltimore Bridge. At 1:23 am, the Dali ship crashed into the Baltimore Bridge, causing it to collapse immediately.

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Concerns were raised about the impact on the harbor and delivery services. Image Credits: Youtube

In the footage, the ship loses power once again. Just as the lights return, the vessel slams into the bridge, causing the entire structure to crumble.

The consequences of the incident left at least a dozen cars and 20 construction workers on the bridge when it collapsed. 

As a news update, six workers in construction were reported deceased in the Baltimore Bridge collapse.

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Rescue teams have been working for hours to save people who fell into the frigid waters. Image Credits: Youtube

According to the report, The U.S. Coast Guard has concluded its active search and rescue mission for the six construction workers missing after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.  

Accroding to CNN, Rear Admiral Shannon Gilreath stated, "based on the extended period of time since the bridge collapsed and the freezing water temperatures, 'we do not believe that we are going to find any of these individuals still alive.' 

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Initial reports suggest around 20 construction workers and a dozen cars were on the bridge. Image Credits: Youtube

The body of the victim was recovered in an effort to locate the missing.

As a report,, two construction workers were rescued from the Patapsco River. One person was rushed to a local trauma center in serious condition, while the other individual sustained no injuries.

Baltimore City Council Member Phylicia Porter said on CNN:  'We are hearing one body was found.'

After the incident, the residents revealed the moment Baltimore Bridge collapsed  

Baltimore residents are grappling with the aftermath of the shocking collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge after a collision with a large cargo ship.  The incident has left many in a state of disbelief and concern.

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Baltimore residents were shocked when the city's Key Bridge collapsed into the Patapsco River. Image Credits: X

John, a local resident who lives near the bridge, described the event to WJZ, stating, "It felt like an earthquake. It sounded like a big bash of thunder... the whole house was vibrating, like my house was falling down."

He continued, expressing disbelief at the destruction, "I heard a lot of fire equipment, a lot of police, seen a lot of police boats going out... it's just unbelievable.  I've been in this neighborhood 57 years, I remembered when they built this bridge. Can't believe it's gone."

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Witnesses described the collapse as feeling like an earthquake, with houses vibrating. Image Credits: X

The initial reports suggest that roughly 20 construction workers and as many as a dozen vehicles were on the bridge at the time of the collapse.

Another resident expressed his shock to WJZ, stating, "I was there yesterday. To see the bridge gone knowing I was on that bridge not even 10 hours ago - it's devastating."

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The collapse occurred after a 1,000ft shipping container struck the bridge. Image Credits: X

The sudden and dramatic collapse left many residents bewildered.  

The video capturing the incident was shared on social media, leaving viewers concerned and praying for everyone's well-being.

The video footage has emerged, capturing the ship seemingly losing power twice and emitting black smoke before its apparent inability to steer away from the bridge pillar, ultimately causing the collision.

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Residents expressed disbelief and devastation at the sudden loss of the bridge. Image Credits: Youtube

One person said: imagining the people who were on the bridge and their last moments is so terrible. My heart goes out to them and their families and friends.

A second wrote:  I'll tell ya... for that ship to lose power at the worst possible time and direction just absolutely blows me away. That ship travels, imagine the miles on it. And just at the perfect time something fails.

While a third commented: I am so afraid of bridges. This is my worst nightmare. My heart goes out to the family of those who lost their lives in this tragedy.

Someone else said: I’ve been over the bridge many times. The key to the city has fallen down, fallen down.

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