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A shipping container struck a bridge support in Baltimore, Maryland, causing its collapse into the harbor. Multiple vehicles and 20 people fell in.
Citizen Watch Report ^

Posted on 03/26/2024 3:54:58 AM PDT by davikkm

The morning silence shattered as the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore met its unexpected fate, crumbling into the sea in a breathtaking cascade of steel and concrete. The collision, captured in a chilling livestream, unfolded with surreal intensity as a towering cargo ship collided with one of the bridge's support beams. Smoke billowed from the vessel, mingling with the chaos as emergency responders raced against time to rescue 20 people plunged into the icy waters below.

In the digital realm, the shocking footage spread like wildfire, triggering a wave of disbelief and concern across social media platforms. The Maryland Transportation Authority's urgent alert echoed through cyberspace, warning commuters to steer clear of the disaster-stricken area. Meanwhile, on the ground, Governor Wes Moore's declaration of a state of emergency underscored the gravity of the situation, mobilizing resources for a swift and coordinated response.

(Excerpt) Read more at citizenwatchreport.com ...


TOPICS: Local News
KEYWORDS: aiwritesbetter; baltimore; blogpimp; bridge; dali; francisscottkey; jonesact; maryland; singapore
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To: Jonty30

“The first question that must be asked now is the role DEI may have played in these instances.”

I doubt DEI had anything to do with it. Singapore owned or leased, with probably an international crew, that has to work, and be competent.
Unlike USA “everyone gets a trophy” young people.


21 posted on 03/26/2024 4:20:53 AM PDT by rellic
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To: Pollard

I hear you, but there really is no controversy in Maryland about him. I would be surprised if they do change the name.


22 posted on 03/26/2024 4:22:02 AM PDT by scouter (As for me and my household... We will serve the LORD.)
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To: Jonty30

What did the captain actually say about how this happened? Who is he and what is his explanation? After how many hours shouldn’t we have an explanation? Am I just missing his statement? I can’t find it?


23 posted on 03/26/2024 4:24:26 AM PDT by hardspunned (Former DC GOP globalist stooge)
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To: rellic

I doubt DEI had anything to do with it. Singapore owned or leased, with probably an international crew, that has to work, and be competent.
Unlike USA “everyone gets a trophy” young people.
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I’d reserve judgement on that for a bit. Going into and out of the harbor (and bay) ships are controlled by local “Pilots”.


24 posted on 03/26/2024 4:24:59 AM PDT by House Atreides (I’m now ULTRA-MAGA-PRO-MAX)
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To: davikkm

On Good Morning America they showed how the container ship turned off its lights just before ramming the bridge support.


25 posted on 03/26/2024 4:25:02 AM PDT by Doctor Congo
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To: Pollard

Notice this - In the FIRST video the ship goes dark, then lights come on and significant smoke from diesel engines can be seen. Could be an Oh Sh!t moment due to power failure then frantic to gain control.

On the other hand, No smoke seen prior to lights going out could also suggest something nefarious where the ship was taken over, then suddenly placed into full throttle set for “Ramming Speed”

Accident, maybe??


26 posted on 03/26/2024 4:25:07 AM PDT by OHPatriot (Si vis pacem, para bellum)
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To: hardspunned

I haven’t heard any public statements. Expect this to be sanitized of a full explanation.


27 posted on 03/26/2024 4:26:20 AM PDT by Jonty30 (Do you know why I'm always right? It's because I know everything. )
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To: rellic

https://twitter.com/EthicalSkeptic/status/1772550955906605097

Lights went off followed by emergency lighting coming on,before collision.


28 posted on 03/26/2024 4:26:23 AM PDT by heartwood (Someone has to play devil's advocate.)
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To: rellic

Every Shipping magnate registers their ships as foreign owned.

I know Paul Martin, former PM and shipping magnate does this.


29 posted on 03/26/2024 4:27:08 AM PDT by Jonty30 (Do you know why I'm always right? It's because I know everything. )
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To: heartwood

Harbor pilot should have been at helm.


30 posted on 03/26/2024 4:27:22 AM PDT by heartwood (Someone has to play devil's advocate.)
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To: wny
"climate change?"

Rising sea levels, no doubt....

31 posted on 03/26/2024 4:27:46 AM PDT by Joe 6-pack
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To: davikkm

Houthi rebels or Somali pirates?


32 posted on 03/26/2024 4:27:47 AM PDT by shotgun
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To: davikkm

From what I heard/read, the ship totally lost power and drifted into the bridge.


33 posted on 03/26/2024 4:28:31 AM PDT by ratzoe
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To: davikkm

Gonna be a lot of folks late for work this morning


34 posted on 03/26/2024 4:29:32 AM PDT by diverteach (Pureblood proud and unashamed !)
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To: faucetman

“Looked intentional.”

I agree. Reading a report of what was observed — lights on ship go out, ship turns sharply towards the bridge, heavy smoke from stacks indicating possible application of full power — could indicate drastic failure of ship systems, but could as easily indicate a deliberate ramming attack.


35 posted on 03/26/2024 4:32:26 AM PDT by Cincinnatus.45-70 (What do DemocRats enjoy more than a truckload of dead babies? Unloading them with a pitchfork!)
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To: rellic

At the time of the egregious error, 2 American pilots controlled the ship.


36 posted on 03/26/2024 4:33:32 AM PDT by HIDEK6 (God bless Donald Trump. A)
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To: davikkm
Meanwhile, on the ground, Governor Wes Moore's declaration of a state of emergency underscored the gravity of the situation,

Is this supposed to be a joke or is it just abysmal writing? Or maybe ChatGPT?

37 posted on 03/26/2024 4:34:06 AM PDT by edwinland
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To: House Atreides

“ships are controlled by local “Pilots”.
But the control of the ship is always in the ship’s masters
command. He can over ride any pilot’s decision.


38 posted on 03/26/2024 4:34:21 AM PDT by rellic
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To: scouter

It will also put the Port of Baltimore out of business for a long while!


39 posted on 03/26/2024 4:34:33 AM PDT by AZJeep
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To: davikkm

The bridge came out of nowhere, struck the ship and vanished in the fog!


40 posted on 03/26/2024 4:40:26 AM PDT by ArtDodger
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