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A cargo ship in Baltimore Harbor exploded but caused no injuries or property damage, with investigations ongoing. The incident occurred near the site of last year's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, which has raised concerns about shipping safety and infrastructure recovery. The ship remains afloat, and authorities are managing the scene.
At least 2,000 gallons of oil have spilled into Baltimore Harbor due to a leak from a Johns Hopkins Hospital pipeline, prompting cleanup efforts involving containment and monitoring by authorities, with an investigation ongoing to determine the exact cause.
The crew members of the Dali cargo ship, along with several other ships stuck in the Baltimore Harbor, are being provided with support and resources by the Baltimore International Seafarers' Center. The crew is healthy and actively assisting in recovery efforts, despite the damage to their vessel. Concerns about their mental well-being and uncertainty about their future remain as they continue to be stranded in the harbor.
Authorities are preparing to establish a temporary alternate channel in the Baltimore Harbor near the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge for commercially essential vessels, as the closure of the harbor has caused major economic problems. The alternate channel, with a controlling depth of 11 feet and specific size limitations, aims to support the flow of marine traffic into Baltimore and marks an important step towards reopening the port.
22 crew members remain stuck aboard the Dali cargo ship, which collided with the Key Bridge in Baltimore. The crew is confined to the ship as the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigates the cause of the accident. The ship's captain and first mate have already been interviewed, and the crew is cooperating with the investigation. The ship is currently motionless in Baltimore Harbor, with a section of the Key Bridge weighing down its hull. The crew members are maintaining the ship's engineering spaces and are prepared to respond to emergencies while awaiting further developments.
Army Corps of Engineers divers are facing "lethal" hazards, including "razor sharp" steel, as they work to clear wreckage and search for bodies in the aftermath of the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore harbor. The twisted metal of the bridge, submerged cargo ship, and surrounding waters present a complex and dangerous challenge, with divers working in darkness 50 feet below the surface. The Corps is tasked with clearing the channel and ensuring safe transit of vessels, while also prioritizing the recovery of missing workers' bodies.