Francis Scott Key Bridge collapses after being hit by cargo ship - BBC News

At least seven people are thought to be in the water after the landmark Francis Scott Key Bridge gave way.

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The landmark Francis Scott Key Bridge in the US city of Baltimore has collapsed after it was hit by a ship.

Several vehicles were crossing the bridge, which is more than 2.6km (1.6 miles) long, when the container ship collided with one of its supports.

At least seven people are believed to be in the water and a number of vehicles were detected beneath the surface, officials said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68663318

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