Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, has collapsed after a large boat collided with it early Tuesday morning, March 26. According to the reports, a large vessel crashed into the bridge, catching on fire before sinking and causing multiple vehicles to fall into the water below.
Reports also suggest that around seven construction workers and three to four civilian vehicles may have been on the bridge when it collapsed. Mass casualty has also been declared after a large container ship collided with a Key Bridge, causing it to collapse and submerge in water completely.
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Emergency officials are responding to the site. After this tragic incident, the bridge has been closed to vehicular movement. The authorities have stopped all lanes going in both directions for safety reasons. Rescue operation at the incident site is underway. More details on injuries and casualties are awaited.