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Crane's acquisition of Baker Hughes' PSI business, which includes nuclear-related assets, signals increased investor interest in nuclear power as a clean energy source driven by demand from data centers and climate concerns. This move enhances Crane's nuclear exposure, positioning it as a key player in the sector, with analysts bullish on its growth prospects.
The Chesapeake 1000, nicknamed "Chessy," a massive crane with a history dating back to a secret CIA mission during the Cold War, is now at the center of the cleanup efforts following the recent fatal collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. The crane, which played a crucial role in a mission to recover a sunken Soviet submarine, continues to showcase its technical complexity and scale as it aids in clearing the wreckage. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has released a plan for analyzing the wreckage and clearing the Patapsco River, emphasizing the evolving nature of the situation.
The same crane, known as the Chesapeake 1000 or "Chessy," that helped the CIA retrieve part of a sunken Soviet submarine in the 1970s is now tasked with clearing debris from a fatal bridge collapse in Baltimore. The CIA mission, known as "Project Azorian," aimed to recover intelligence from the sunken sub, but faced challenges and was partially successful. The crane, originally named Sun 800, played a crucial role in constructing the specialized ship used for the mission and has since been repurposed for various construction projects, including the current urgent task of clearing the Baltimore shipping channels and building a new bridge.
A massive floating crane, the Chesapeake 1000, has arrived at the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore to assist in the cleanup, along with a flotilla of other vessels. The operation, which includes careful assessment of the scene and removal of hazardous materials from the cargo ship involved, is complex and dangerous. Officials are unable to provide a timeline for recovery, but are working in three phases to clear the channel, free the cargo ship, and remove remaining debris. President Biden plans to visit Baltimore next week, and efforts are underway to provide communication resources to the crew members aboard the cargo ship. Former Maryland governor Larry Hogan is advocating for full funding of the bridge reconstruction.
Eastbound lanes of Interstate 70 near Hagerstown, Maryland, are closed after a construction crane toppled over near the Crystal Falls Drive overpass. A detour is in place, and authorities are responding to the incident. No further information is currently available.
Wordle, the popular puzzle game, has released a new challenge for players to solve. The game involves guessing a five-letter word with the help of hints and strategies. Today's Wordle answer is CRANE, which was hinted at being a bird that goes pretty high. The game's creator, Josh Wardle, originally made it as a gift for his partner, and it has since become an international phenomenon with various fan-made versions.
A construction worker was rescued from the top of a crane during a three-alarm fire at an apartment complex under construction in SouthPark, Charlotte. The crane operator was also rescued and appeared to be uninjured. Thick smoke rose above the crane cab, where the operator waited for rescue.