On March 26, 2024, at 1:30 AM local time, the ‘Dali’ ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge known as Baltimore bridge near the Port of Baltimore, Maryland, resulting in a catastrophic incident and the collapse of a section of the bridge.
About Baltimore
Baltimore, Maryland, holds a significant place in American history and culture. Its role as a major seaport has shaped its identity over centuries. Fort McHenry, located at the mouth of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, is a particularly iconic landmark. It gained fame during the War of 1812 when it successfully defended Baltimore Harbor from an attack by the British navy. This defense inspired Francis Scott Key to write “The Star-Spangled Banner,” which later became the United States’ national anthem. Today, Fort McHenry is a popular historic site and a symbol of American resilience and patriotism
About Francis Scott Key Bridge
The Francis Scott Key Bridge, finalized in March 1977, stretches across 1.6 miles over the Patapsco River, serving as a crucial transportation link in the region
About ship “Dali”
According to information provided on the website of the Danish company, the Maersk-chartered vessel ‘Dali’ involved in the incident was reported to be 985 feet long and 157 feet wide.
About incidence of Baltimore bridge collapse
On March 26, 2024, at 1:30 AM local time, the ‘Dali’ ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge near the Port of Baltimore, Maryland, resulting in a catastrophic incident and the collapse of a section of the bridge.
for more details – https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/03/27/us/baltimore-key-bridge-collapse
Losses in incidence of Baltimore bridge collapse
collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge near the Port of Baltimore, Maryland, is anticipated to result in billions of dollars in insured losses. Reinsurers are poised to shoulder the majority of the claim burden, raising concerns that this incident could potentially rank as the largest marine loss ever recorded.
It’s been reported that the value of the bridge itself could be about $1.2 billion, while there’s also been extensive damage to the container ship, which was deporting for Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Dali is owned by Grace Ocean Private, a Singapore-based company that provides water transportation services and it’s been confirmed by marine protection and indemnity insurer the Britannia P&I Club that it provided part of the coverage for the ship.
It has been reported that the Indian crew members aboard the vessel are safe following the incident involving the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge near the Port of Baltimore, Maryland. However, tragically, six workers are presumed dead as a result of the collapse.
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