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Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
- Source :
- Congressional Research Service: Report; 5/7/2024, preceding p1-10, 12p
- Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- The article discusses the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, caused by a container ship collision, detailing the ownership of the ship, its operational details, and the subsequent impacts on port traffic and recovery efforts. It also examines the role of harbor pilots, the debate overshipping channets, and the logistical challenges posed by the closure of a major shipping channel, emphasizing the economic repercussions for the Port of Baltimore and surrounding areas.
- Subjects :
- BRIDGE failures
SHIPOWNERS
MARITIME pilots
CONTAINER ships
HARBORS
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 07317069
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Congressional Research Service: Report
- Publication Type :
- Report
- Accession number :
- 177969297