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Baltimore Bridge collapse: Vessels pass through temporary channel as recovery efforts underway

Salvage crews work to lift first piece of collapsed Baltimore bridge

The steel truss bridge collapsed early on Tuesday morning, killing six road workers, when a massive container ship lost power and crashed into a support pylon. Much of the span crashed into the Patapsco River, blocking the Port of Baltimore's shipping channel.

Baltimore Bridge collapse: Crews remove first piece of twisted steel, Maryland Guv shares details

Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Racist cartoon targets Dali's Indian crew; elicits outrage

Outrage has erupted over a cartoon posted by US-based webcomic Foxford Comics, depicting the cargo ship Dali's collision with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge. The cartoon, captioned "Last known recording from inside the Dali moments before impact," has drawn criticism for its inappropriate portrayal of the Indian crew involved. Despite this, the crew's prompt Mayday call and quick thinking were praised by US President Joe Biden, Maryland Governor Wes Moore, and other officials for potentially saving lives.

'This will not take hours, weeks...We have a very long road ahead of us': Maryland governor on rebuilding of Key Bridge

Maryland Governor Wes Moore assured that they would take care of people, and emphasised the need to rebuild the bridge. The collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, following a collision with a container ship early on March 26, has brought trade through the Maryland port to a grinding halt, causing significant disruptions to the flow of commodities, particularly coal and cobalt.

Baltimore bridge collapse: Maryland Guv provides key updates, describes daunting task of cleaning up

At collapsed Baltimore bridge, focus shifts to the weighty job of removing the massive structure

Teams work to clear Francis Scott Key Bridge debris, reopening Port of Baltimore. Salvage operation led by Coast Guard and state officials. Workers from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador involved. President Joe Biden and Synergy Marine Group mentioned in aid efforts.

Baltimore bridge collapse: Six workers presumed dead; shocking sight to see

Six workers are missing and presumed dead after a cargo ship collision caused a Baltimore bridge collapse, leading to a major port closure. Search-and-rescue efforts have ceased due to dangerous conditions. The incident impacts car and coal supply chains, with over 2.5 million tons of coal at risk. Authorities plan to recover the workers' remains.

Biden approves $60 mn in aid after Baltimore bridge collapse as governor warns of 'very long road ahead'

The devastation left behind after the powerless cargo ship struck a support pillar early Tuesday is extensive. Divers recovered the bodies of two men from a pickup truck in the Patapsco River near the bridge's middle span Wednesday, but officials said they have to start clearing the wreckage before anyone could reach the bodies of four other missing workers.

Baltimore bridge collapse may see biggest marine insurance payout: report

The collapse of the Baltimore bridge could lead to the largest marine insurance payout ever, according to Lloyd's of London. The incident, which resulted in the suspension of vessel traffic at the Port of Baltimore, is expected to have significant economic impacts, affecting thousands of workers and disrupting supply chains. The insurance claim is likely to cover the ship, cargo, and the bridge, with additional claims for business interruptions and supply chain disruptions. The US government has formed a task force to address potential impacts on regional and national supply chains.

Cranes arriving to start removing wreckage from deadly Baltimore bridge collapse

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said the crane, which was arriving by barge and can lift up to 1,000 tons, will be one of at least two used to clear the channel of the twisted metal and concrete remains of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, and the cargo ship that hit it this week.

Cargo ship had engine maintenance in port before it collided with Baltimore bridge, officials say

A cargo ship in Baltimore crashed into a bridge, leading to fatalities among workers. The incident prompted investigations by multiple authorities and impacted the city's transportation and shipping industries, causing a ripple effect on local and national levels.

One Indian crew sustained minor injury during collision with bridge in Baltimore: Shipping company

The 2.6km-long, four-lane Francis Scott Key Bridge over the Patapsco River in Baltimore, came crashing down after Dali, a 984-foot cargo ship, collided against it in the early hours of Tuesday.

Baltimore Bridge collapse: US Prez Biden praises Indian crew's timely 'Mayday' call that saved lives

'Heroes' scrambled to stop traffic before Baltimore bridge collapsed; construction crew feared dead

In the dead of night, chaos ensued as a cargo ship lost control, colliding with a bridge and causing a catastrophic collapse into the river. Eight individuals entered the water, with two managing to survive. Unfortunately, the remaining six, all identified as members of a construction crew responsible for repairing potholes on the bridge, are currently missing.

Baltimore Bridge Collapse: US President Joe Biden, Governor call Indian crew members heroes, praise them for saving lives

In Baltimore, the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse tragically claimed six lives, leaving the community reeling. The cargo ship "Dali" collided with the bridge, prompting swift action from its Indian crew, hailed as heroes by US President Joe Biden and Governor Wes Moore. The incident has sparked investigations into maritime safety and infrastructure resilience, while efforts to recover and rebuild continue.

Cargo ship collides with bridge in Baltimore, all 22 Indian crew members safe; Here's what we know about the incident

A cargo ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing a significant portion of the bridge to collapse into the river. All 22 crew members, including the two pilots, are Indians and have been reported safe. The incident prompted Maryland governor Wes Moore to declare a state of emergency, with President Joe Biden briefed on the situation. Immediate rescue efforts are underway, and the ship's movement and response are being investigated. The Francis Scott Key Bridge, a vital transportation route, carries 11.3 million vehicles annually.

Cargo ship hits Baltimore's Key Bridge, bringing it down. Rescuers are looking for people in water

A container ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore early Tuesday, causing a section of the bridge to collapse into the river below. Several vehicles fell into the water, and rescuers are searching for survivors. The cause of the crash is unclear. The ship caught fire, and thick smoke billowed from it. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott called it "an unthinkable tragedy." Authorities are unsure how many people are in the water but may be looking for around seven individuals.

Temples across US gears up for Ram Mandir festivities

Hundreds of US temples prepare to celebrate the temple consecration in Ayodhya. Indian Americans will attend a series of events organized by the Hindu University of America and the Shri Sita Ram Foundation. The celebrations include cultural programs, havan, and Lord Ram's Pattabhishek. Maryland Governor Wes Moore will attend an event, and Pakistani Americans will also join festivities. Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America leads the nationwide celebrations. Car rallies are organized in multiple cities, and the Ram temple consecration is displayed on billboards in Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles. Sony showcases Srimad Ramayana in Times Square.

Shooting at Baltimore’s Morgan State University leaves five injured

Addressing a press conference, Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley said that the injured individuals, which included four men and one woman aged between 18 and 22, had sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Notably, four of the victims were students at Morgan State University.

Tropical Storm Ophelia moves inland over North Carolina as coastal areas lashed with wind, rain

Tropical Storm Ophelia made landfall near a North Carolina barrier island, bringing heavy rain, damaging winds, and the threat of flooding to coastal North Carolina and Virginia. The storm has weakened since making landfall, but residents should still expect strong winds and heavy rain throughout the weekend. Power outages have been reported in several eastern counties of North Carolina, and storm surge warnings are in effect in some areas.

Aruna Miller becomes Maryland's first Indian-American Lieutenant Governor

Miller's swearing-in will break a barrier that no other immigrant or woman of colour has breached before her. She was part of a historic Democratic ticket that sailed to victory in November and also gives Maryland its first Black governor, its first Black attorney general and its first female comptroller, the Washington Post reported.

Five Indian-Americans headed for US House of Representatives

The emergence of a large number of young Indian-American candidates reflects the growing desire of this small ethnic community comprising just one per cent of the US population of 33.19 crores. Ahead of the November 8 elections, the Democrats and the Republicans reached out to the Indian-Americans. The Washington Post newspaper on Friday said that Indian-Americans can play an important role in some of the tightly contested races.