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infrastructure-politics1 year ago

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Impact on Port Operations and Liability Claims"

Experts warn that the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge near Baltimore, Maryland, which collapsed after being struck by a container ship, could be delayed for years due to environmental red tape under the Biden administration. The cost of rebuilding the bridge, estimated to be between $500 million and $1 billion, is expected to be higher than the original $60.3 million. Environmental reviews and regulations may slow down the construction process, potentially extending it to a decade, similar to the time it took to build the Transcontinental Railroad.

tragedy1 year ago

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Families Speak Out, Recovery Efforts Underway"

Two bodies have been recovered from the Patapsco River following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, with the victims identified as 35-year-old Alejandro Hernandez Fuentes from Mexico and 26-year-old Dorlian Ronial Castillo Cabrera from Guatemala. The collapse occurred when a container ship lost power and struck a supporting column, causing the entire structure to tumble into the water. Six people remain missing, including Miguel Luna from El Salvador and Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandoval from Honduras, leaving families and the immigrant community in "tremendous agony." Immigrants make up nearly 40% of construction workers in the area, and local officials and worker advocates anticipate relying on this community for the bridge's reconstruction.