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environmentdisaster-recovery1 year ago

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Impact on Trade and Rescue Efforts"

Tradepoint Atlantic in Sparrows Point, Maryland, has been tasked with processing the 50,000 tons of steel wreckage from the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge for recycling. The salvage operation involves cutting the bridge into manageable pieces, which are then transported to a recycling center. The process is part of a larger effort to clear the Patapsco River of debris and refloat the cargo ship that caused the wreckage, with authorities aiming to open limited access channels by the end of April and fully reopen the federal channel by the end of May.

via Baltimore Sun|
#environmentdisaster-recovery#key-bridge#patapsco-river
accidents-and-disasters1 year ago

"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
disaster-recovery1 year ago

"Key Bridge Disaster: Sonar Images, Liability Cap, and Titanic Connection"

New sonar images from the Key Bridge collapse site show the cargo ship Dali resting on the floor of the Patapsco River, with salvage and recovery efforts hampered by inclement weather. A second emergency channel has been opened for vessels near the site, with plans for a third deeper channel in progress. The Navy released sonar images of the wreckage, revealing extensive damage that complicates the salvage operation. The federal government is funding the cleanup, and President Biden plans to visit Baltimore on Friday. The disaster is estimated to be the most expensive insured marine disaster in history, potentially costing $4 billion.

via CBS News|
#baltimore#dali#disaster-recovery
accidents-and-disasters1 year ago

"Key Bridge Collapse: Safety Concerns and Liability Cap Amid Wreckage"

Salvage operations to remove the wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge from the Patapsco River have been complicated by the bridge sinking into the riverbed and adverse weather conditions, including lightning. Divers have found the wreckage extending below the mud line, making it challenging to plan the removal process. The search for four missing bodies has been postponed due to dangerous conditions, and temporary channels for smaller vessels have been established to navigate around the crash site. Legislation has been proposed to provide economic relief to workers and businesses impacted by the bridge collapse and port closure.

via Baltimore Sun|
#accidents-and-disasters#baltimore#francis-scott-key-bridge
environment1 year ago

"Baltimore's Key Bridge Cleanup Raises Concerns Over Environmental Contamination and Legal Complications"

As authorities clean up the wreckage from the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, concerns about potential environmental contamination arise due to the hazardous materials carried by the container vessel that struck the bridge. While no immediate threat to the environment has been detected, experts remain cautious and emphasize the need for ongoing testing, community engagement, and transparency in the cleanup process to address potential risks to the Patapsco River and surrounding areas.

via The Guardian US|
#baltimore#bridge-collapse#cleanup
environment1 year ago

"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.

via The Washington Post|
#environment#environmental-impact#hazardous-materials
accidentsdisasters1 year ago

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Survivors' Stories and Port Reopening Updates"

Construction workers on break in their cars when the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed in Baltimore, leading to the deaths of two men and leaving four others missing. The workers, hailing from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, were involved in a tragic accident when a boat hit the bridge. A fundraising campaign has been initiated to support the victims' families with basic needs.

via The Guardian US|
#accidentsdisasters#baltimore#bridge-collapse
accidents-and-disasters1 year ago

"Baltimore Key Bridge Collapse: Recovery of Two Bodies and Latest Updates"

Divers have recovered the remains of two people from a red pickup truck submerged in the Patapsco River, nearly 35 hours after a container ship crashed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing it to collapse. At least six people from a construction crew are presumed dead, with two others rescued. Recovery efforts for remaining victims have been called off due to unsafe conditions, and a salvage operation will now begin. The collapse has disrupted supply chains and severed ocean links to the Port of Baltimore, with experts estimating that rebuilding the bridge will take years and cost hundreds of millions of dollars.

via The Washington Post|
#accidents-and-disasters#baltimore#bridge-collapse
local-news2 years ago

Fatal Baltimore Crash Claims Life of Man Knocked from I-395 Bridge

A man died after being knocked from the I-395 bridge in a crash in Baltimore. The incident occurred when the victim, a good Samaritan who had pulled over to offer aid, was involved in a second collision, causing him to go over the jersey wall and fall nearly 100 feet into the Patapsco River below. The man was found unresponsive and pronounced dead at the scene. The lanes have since reopened, and the Maryland Transportation Authority is conducting an investigation.

via CBS News|
#baltimore#crash#i-395