1.6-mile bridge in Baltimore collapses after hit by ship; Rescue operation underway
The Baltimore Fire Department Chief James Wallace says authorities rescued two people from the water this morning, one without injury and the other who has been transferred to hospital in a serious condition.
Authorities are continuing their search for upwards of seven people, Wallace says. But, he says that number could change as it is a "very large incident." Earlier on Tuesday, an official said as many as 20 people could be in the water.
State of Emergency
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has declared a state of emergency following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
Video shows the collapse of the 1.6-mile-long, four-lane bridge after it was hit by the vessel. Conditions were said to be unsafe for rescuers due to objects hanging from the structure, freezing conditions and limited visibility.
The bridge extends over the Patapsco River and serves as the outermost crossing of the Baltimore harbour. It is an essential link of Interstate-695, or the Baltimore Beltway.
Several Virgin Islanders are said to be living in Baltimore; however, It is unclear whether any are among the persons rescued or missing.
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What is the current condition and rating of the QEII Bridge? Is it in a) good condition, b) structurally deficient, c) functionally obsolete, etc.? What is the controlled inspection, preventative maintenance schedule of the bridge, along with other bridges? c) what is the contingency plan for moving vehicles, people, if the bridge were to be taken out of service?