Can you imagine a bridge collapsing? A massive structure of steel and concrete tumbling into the water? The U.S. Coast Guard – Sector Maryland-National Capital Region remembers such a disaster. In March 2024, the Francis Scott Key Bridge, a vital artery of the Baltimore Beltway, was struck by the container ship Dali. The bridge crumbled into the Patapsco River. The U.S. Coast Guard – Sector Maryland-National Capital Region immediately sprang into action. The sector’s mission is to ensure maritime safety, security, accessibility, and environmental protection for the National Capital Region and the upper Chesapeake Bay. This includes responding to incidents like this catastrophic bridge collapse. Small boats, the patrol boat Mako, and a Dolphin helicopter from Air Station Atlantic City were deployed. They searched for survivors, aided in the accident investigation, and managed the pollution response. The U.S. Coast Guard – Sector Maryland-National Capital Region coordinated with local, state, and federal agencies in a complex and challenging operation. The bridge collapse highlighted the critical role of the U.S. Coast Guard – Sector Maryland-National Capital Region. They are always ready to respond to emergencies, natural or man-made, in this vital region.
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