A tragic incident unfolded on March 26, 2024, as the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed following a collision with a container vessel. Among the presumed dead is Miguel Luna, a father of three and Maryland resident for nearly two decades. His wife, María del Carmen Castellón, expressed devastation, awaiting news of his fate.
Jesús Campos, a colleague, voiced the emotional toll, saying, “It hurts my heart to see what is happening.” Rescue efforts were halted after 14 hours, leaving uncertainty about other potential victims.
The vessel’s local pilot attempted to avert disaster, but a sudden blackout onboard led to the collision, according to Clay Diamond of the American Pilots Association. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore confirmed the loss of power as a contributing factor.
NTSB initiated an investigation into the incident, with initial damages exceeding $500,000. Amid the tragedy, the community mourns the loss of lives and awaits answers.
Baltimore resident captures dramatic moment of bridge collapse. pic.twitter.com/0MWJpMKwfp
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