Alaska Pedestrian Bridge Collapses Over Busy Highway due to Winds
#Alaska #BridgeCollapseStrong winds caused a pedestrian bridge to collapse over Alaska's Seward Highway on the south side of Anchorage. The incident led to the closure of one of Alaska's busiest highways, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. read more
Cargo ship operator settles for $102 million in bridge collision.
#Baltimore #BridgeCollapseThe Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed in March, resulting in a lawsuit settlement where the ship owner agreed to pay $102m. The US government sought the money for cleanup and response costs after the deadly incident. read more
Tragic Bridge Collapse Leaves Three Dead, Three Critical in Mississippi
#Mississippi #BridgeCollapseThree workers remain critically hospitalized after a bridge collapse in rural Mississippi killed three of their co-workers. The collapse occurred as the employees were preparing the bridge for demolition. The Federal Highway Administration is investigating the incident. read more
US Government Files $100 Million Lawsuit Over Bridge Collapse
#BridgeCollapse #DaliOwnersSuedThe U.S. government is suing the owners of the ship Dali for $100 million due to a bridge collapse in Baltimore that killed six. Alleging negligence, officials claim the ship's owners prioritized profit over safety. read more
#Baltimore #BridgeCollapse
The Baltimore shipping channel reopens after debris removal from a collapsed bridge caused by a container ship crashing into it. The waterway was blocked, impacting commerce, but has now fully reopened, restoring traffic flow and jobs. read more
#Baltimore #BridgeCollapse
Crews conducted a controlled demolition on a section of the Francis Scott Key Bridge that collapsed in Baltimore on 13 May 2024, caused by the cargo ship Dali’s power outage. Preliminary reports attribute the blackout to an engine issue. read more
#Baltimore #BridgeCollapse
The US army controlled explosion successfully brought down the remaining collapsed section of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge. The detonation was executed as planned, with experts describing the process as similar to peeling an onion. read more
#Brazil #BridgeCollapse
A bridge in Brazil collapsed due to heavy rains and flooding, causing 29 deaths with 60 missing. South America's climate is influenced by El Niño. read more
#BridgeCollapse #BaltimoreVictimRecovered
The body of Miguel Angel Luna Gonzales, a construction worker who died in the Baltimore Bridge collapse, has been recovered 37 days after the disaster. Salvage teams found him inside a red truck at the Key Bridge site. read more
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Baltimore sues Dali ship owner and operator for negligence after bridge collapse, citing 'incompetent crew' and ignoring warnings. Lawsuit seeks damages for bridge replacement and cleanup costs. Federal court to determine final liability, companies petition to cap costs at $43.6m. FBI and NTSB investigating. read more
#Baltimore #BridgeCollapse
A fourth body has been found at the site of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, where six construction workers fell into icy waters in March, presumed dead. The FBI is investigating the incident. read more
#BaltimorePort #BridgeCollapse
A third channel at Baltimore port will open this month after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Senator Ben Cardin plans to sponsor legislation for federal aid in bridge replacement. Republicans and Democrats express bipartisan support. read more
#Russia #BridgeCollapse
A deadly bridge collapse in Smolensk, Russia leaves one woman dead and five injured, halting rail traffic in Vyazma. Nearly 8,000 homes lose gas due to damaged pipelines. The collapse, possibly due to old age, prompts cleanup efforts and emergency response. read more
#PortofBaltimore #BridgeCollapse
The Port of Baltimore, one of the largest freight seaports on the East Coast, is set to be fully operational by the end of May after a bridge collapse on 27 March led to its closure. The federal government has allocated $60m for relief efforts. read more
#PortOfBaltimore #BridgeCollapse
The US Army Corps of Engineers plans to reopen a vital shipping channel near the Port of Baltimore by the end of April after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key bridge. Workers are diligently working to remove debris and open the channel for vessels. read more