When the container ship MV Dali, 300m long and massing around 100,000 tonnes, lost power and slammed into one of the support piers of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, the bridge collapsed in moments. Six people are presumed dead, several others injured, and the city and region are expecting a months-long logistical nightmare in the absence of a crucial transport link. It was a shocking event, not only for the public but for bridge engineers like me. We work very hard to ensure bridges are safe, and overall the probability of being injured or worse in a bridge collapse remains even lower than the chance of being struck by lightning. However, the images from Baltimore are a reminder that safety can’t be taken for granted. We need to remain vigilant.
Bridge Collapse in Baltimore: Uncovering the Cause & Ensuring Safety, US
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