"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Environmental Impact and Legal Ramifications"

Officials are working to identify and contain environmental pollutants leaking into the Patapsco River following the collapse of the Key Bridge in Baltimore. The container ship Dali was carrying 764 tons of hazardous materials, including corrosive and flammable liquids and lithium ion batteries. A sheen on the river has been observed, but the exact source is unknown. Efforts to contain leaks include placing sorbent and hard containment booms around the crash site. The local fishery and nearby communities may be affected, and there are concerns about potential environmental impacts from the cleanup efforts.