The US controlled explosion of a bridge that collapsed as a result of a collision with a ship
Bridge collapses in the US after a ship crashes into it
A partially destroyed bridge in Baltimore was controlled exploded in the United States: in March, a cargo ship crashed into it, killing six people
This was reported by espreso.tv
It is indicated that the bridge was decided to be controlled explosion, as it interfered with the movement of one of the busiest sea routes in the United States. Local authorities said that the demolition of the bridge went according to plan, and its debris fell into the water.
After inspecting the canal and the cargo ship Dali, the ship is scheduled to return to the port within two days. After that, the canal will be opened to limited traffic.
According to Maryland authorities, the restoration of the bridge will cost up to $1.9 billion and take more than four years.
- On March 26 in Baltimore, Maryland, a cargo ship crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge. After that, the bridge collapsed, and vehicles fell into the water. At least 6 people are known to have died.
- Later, the US Federal Bureau of Investigation opened a criminal case over the bridge collapse.
