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accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•5 min saved

"Updates on Key Bridge Collapse Recovery and FBI Operation"

A fourth body has been recovered from the submerged wreckage of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, with two victims still unaccounted for after a container ship crashed into the bridge last month. The FBI and private attorneys are investigating the incident, and the city of Baltimore has hired law firms for potential litigation. Efforts to open a temporary channel in the river are ongoing, while more than 1,000 tons of steel have been removed from the waterway.

via HuffPost|

#accidents-and-disasters #baltimore #bridge-collapse

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•5 min saved

"Survivor and Fourth Victim Identified in Baltimore Bridge Collapse Tragedy"

The body of Carlos Daniel Hernández, a construction worker killed in the Key Bridge collapse, was recovered from the Patapsco River, making him the fourth victim to be found. Maryland officials are prioritizing the return of the victims' bodies and seeking federal funding to rebuild the bridge. Mexican officials are providing support to Hernández's family and other Mexican nationals affected by the tragedy. Lawmakers are working on legislation to cover the full cost of rebuilding the bridge, while the FBI has opened a criminal investigation into the crash.

via The Washington Post|

#accidents-and-disasters #baltimore #construction-accident

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•3 min saved

"Survivor's Fight: Recounting the Baltimore Bridge Collapse"

One of the survivors of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, Julio Cervantes Suarez, alleges that workers were not told to evacuate as a cargo ship approached the bridge, leading to the collapse that killed six and injured two. Attorneys representing Suarez stated that he fought for his life and narrowly escaped because his car windows were manual, allowing him to roll them down and escape when his car plunged into the river. The FBI has opened a criminal investigation into the collapse, and attorneys announced an independent investigation into the company that owns the cargo ship.

via Fox News|

#accidents-and-disasters #baltimore #bridge-collapse

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•3 min saved

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Survivors' Stories and FBI Investigation Unfold"

Salvage crews are using a massive crane to remove sections of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, while also working to recover the remaining bodies and clear the harbor. The FBI has launched a criminal probe into the bridge collapse, focusing on the cargo ship involved and potential violations of federal maritime law. The ongoing recovery operation aims to open a temporary channel for commercial traffic through the Port of Baltimore, which has been severely impacted since the collapse.

via Fox News|

#accidents-and-disasters #baltimore #bridge-collapse

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•4 min saved

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Recovery Efforts and Investigations Underway"

A fourth body has been recovered from the site of the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, with salvage teams locating one of the missing construction vehicles and a deceased victim trapped inside. Two workers are still missing and presumed dead. Maryland officials and leaders have expressed condolences and support for the affected families, with Gov. Wes Moore set to hold a press conference to discuss the latest developments in the recovery mission.

via WBAL TV Baltimore|

#accidents-and-disasters #baltimore #construction-accident

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•6 min saved

"Baltimore's Key Bridge Collapse: Salvage Operations Recover Fourth Body"

A fourth body has been recovered from the Key Bridge collapse site, with two workers still missing and presumed dead. Salvage operations are underway to remove debris from the river, including a damaged cargo ship. Divers continue to face challenges due to poor visibility and hazardous conditions. Baltimore City is taking legal action against entities responsible for the collapse, while efforts to support the impacted families and workers are ongoing.

via CBS Baltimore|

#accidents-and-disasters #baltimore #cargo-ship

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•2 min saved

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Fourth Body Recovered and FBI Investigation Underway"

The body of a fourth victim has been recovered from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, with the identity not released at the family's request. Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott praised the recovery efforts and pledged support for the victims' families. The FBI has opened a criminal investigation into the cargo ship involved in the collision, focusing on potential prior knowledge of mechanical problems and events leading up to the ship's departure.

via NBC News|

#accidents-and-disasters #baltimore #bridge-collapse

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•2 min saved

"Fatal Cable Car Accident in Turkey Leaves Dozens Stranded and One Dead"

One person was killed and over 20 were injured in a cable car accident in southern Turkey, leaving 174 people stranded in the air for nearly 24 hours. The rescue efforts involved 607 search and rescue personnel and 10 helicopters, with the last of the stranded individuals brought to safety on Saturday. The incident occurred as families were celebrating the end of Ramadan, and an investigation has been launched into the cause of the accident.

via New York Post |

#accidents-and-disasters #antalya #cable-car-accident

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•2 min saved

"Massive Rescue Effort Saves 174 Stranded in Turkey Cable Car Accident"

174 people were stranded in cable cars high above a mountain in southern Turkey after one pod hit a pole and burst open, killing one and injuring seven. The rescue operation, involving 607 search and rescue personnel and 10 helicopters, lasted nearly 23 hours. The accident occurred on the Tunektepe cable car during the busy Eid al-Fitr holiday, with hundreds left stranded. The Antalya Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation, and an expert commission has been assigned to determine the cause of the incident.

via Euronews|

#accidents-and-disasters #antalya #cable-car-accident

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•1 min saved

"Fatal Cable Car Accident Leaves 40 Stranded in Turkey"

More than 40 people were left stranded in cable cars in southern Turkey after one pod hit a pole and burst open, killing one person and injuring seven during the busy Eid al-Fitr holiday. Rescue operations involving 543 first responders and seven helicopters are ongoing, with 128 citizens already rescued. The casualties occurred when a pod hit a pole and burst open, sending its passengers plummeting to the mountainside below. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the incident.

via NBC News|

#accidents-and-disasters #antalya #cable-car-accident

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•1 min saved

"Fatal Explosion at Italian Hydroelectric Plant Leaves Multiple Dead and Missing"

An explosion at a hydroelectric power station near Bologna, Italy has resulted in three deaths, six people missing, and three injured. The incident occurred at the Bargi power plant, with firefighters conducting search operations to locate the missing individuals. The explosion, which occurred during turbine work nine levels below ground, has posed challenges for rescue missions due to the plant's partially submerged location. The cause of the explosion remains unknown.

via CBS News|

#accidents-and-disasters #bologna #explosion

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•1 min saved

"Fatal Explosion at Italian Hydroelectric Plant Leaves Multiple Dead and Missing"

An explosion at a hydroelectric power plant in central Italy has left at least three people dead, with four missing and three others injured. The cause of the explosion at the dam on Lake Suviana, managed by energy company Enel, is not yet clear. The company reported a fire on one of its transformers and stated that the plant was offline at the time, with no impact on electricity supply. Rescue operations are ongoing as firefighters search for missing individuals.

via DW (English)|

#accidents-and-disasters #casualties #dam-explosion

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•9 min saved

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Recovery of Third Victim's Body Amid Biden's Meeting with Families"

President Biden visited the site of the Baltimore bridge collapse and met with victims' families, as the recovery operation continues with the third victim's body being recovered. The US Army Corps of Engineers announced plans to open a new channel by the end of April to allow the port to reopen, while a non-profit organization is demanding temporary work visas for migrants involved in construction. The cause of the collision involving the cargo ship Dali is still under investigation, with the crew expressing concern about public perception. Carnival Legend cruise passengers have been rerouted, and engineers are reexamining other bridges in Maryland following the collapse.

via The Independent|

#accidents-and-disasters #baltimore #bridge-collapse

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•8 min saved

Fatal Crane Collapse on Fort Lauderdale Bridge Causes One Death and Multiple Injuries

A construction worker was killed and two others injured when a portion of a tower construction crane collapsed onto the Southeast Third Avenue bridge in downtown Fort Lauderdale, rendering the bridge inoperable to boats and cars indefinitely. The incident occurred during rush hour as workers were adding sections to the crane, causing a platform failure that sent equipment plummeting onto the bridge. The drawbridge sustained damage, and investigations by the Florida Department of Transportation, Fort Lauderdale Police, OSHA, and the U.S. Coast Guard are underway. The construction company involved has not provided a statement, and the mayor and police chief have expressed condolences for the tragedy.

via South Florida Sun Sentinel|

#accidents-and-disasters #bridge-closure #construction-accident

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago•2 min saved

"Baltimore's Key Bridge Collapse: Sonar Images, Liability Cap, and Potential Vulnerabilities"

Sonar images reveal the mangled remains of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge at the bottom of the Patapsco River, aiding in the challenging salvage operation ahead. The bridge collapsed after a cargo ship struck it, causing at least eight construction workers to fall into the water. The 3D renderings will assist divers in navigating the chaotic scene with limited visibility, as recovery efforts continue to remove steel and concrete debris and locate the remaining victims. The ship's owners have filed a court petition to limit their legal liability, as investigations into responsibility and compensation unfold.

via New York Post |

#accidents-and-disasters #francis-scott-key-bridge #patapsco-river