Early Tuesday morning, Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after a Singapore-flagged cargo ship lost power and crashed into its structure. The incident, now under investigation, has sparked local outrage as residents question whether this disaster could have been prevented. 🌉⚡
Speaking to CGTN at the crash site, longtime resident Paul Adams voiced frustration: \"This was avoidable.\" While details remain unclear, the collision has reignited debates about aging infrastructure and maritime safety protocols in busy shipping lanes. 🚨
Video footage shows the moment the 300-meter vessel struck the bridge, ripping through steel beams like a scene from a disaster movie. Thankfully, no fatalities were reported. Officials are now scrambling to assess the economic impact of the bridge’s destruction—a critical artery for East Coast trade. 📉💼
As recovery efforts continue, locals demand answers: Could better technology or stricter regulations have averted this crisis? Stay tuned as this story unfolds. 📢🔍
