Police had about 90 seconds to stop traffic before Baltimore bridge fell. 6 workers are feared dead
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During the middle of the night, a cargo ship lost steering capabilities and headed towards the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. Police officers had about 90 seconds to stop traffic in both directions, but the bridge collapsed before they could fully respond. At least eight people went into the water, with two rescued and six missing and presumed dead. The collapse is causing disruptions to shipping and trucking, diverting traffic from one of the busiest ports on the East Coast. The crash is believed to be an accident, and investigations are underway to determine the exact circumstances. The loss of the bridge is expected to impact commuter traffic and disrupt the shipping port. The search for the missing workers is complicated by the twisted metal and debris in the water. The crash is likely to create logistical challenges along the East Coast for months, if not longer. The Port of Baltimore has suspended ship traffic indefinitely. The ship involved in the crash is owned by Grace Ocean Private Ltd. and was chartered by Danish shipping giant Maersk. The vessel had passed inspections in June and September 2023. The exact cause of the crash is still under investigation. President Joe Biden plans to visit Baltimore and expects the federal government to cover the cost of rebuilding the bridge.

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