A devastating tragedy unfolded in Baltimore, Maryland when the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed today on Tuesday morning after being struck by a large cargo vessel, sending vehicles and people into the water below.
A massive search effort is underway for six construction workers who were on the Baltimore bridge at the time of the collapse.
Shortly after 1:30 am, the 984 foot cargo ship, identified as the Dali, slammed into one of the bridge's support columns. The impact caused the bridge to crumble within seconds, plunging vehicles and workers into the Patapsco River.
James Wallace, Baltimore City Fire Department Chief, confirmed two people were rescued in the initial hours - one unharmed and the other in critical condition.