Baltimore Key Bridge, in the US, has collapsed into the Patapsco River after being hit by a container ship.
The “large vessel” hit a column of the Francis Scott Key Bridge at around 01:30 ET (05:30 GMT).
Up to 20 people and several vehicles have fallen into the river, says the Baltimore City Fire Department.
A number of casualties have been reported and there is now a large multi-agency rescue and recovery operation under way.
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The “large vessel” hit a column of the Francis Scott Key Bridge at around 01:30 ET (05:30 GMT).
Up to 20 people and several vehicles have fallen into the river, says the Baltimore City Fire Department.
A number of casualties have been reported and there is now a large multi-agency rescue and recovery operation under way.
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For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news
#US #Baltimore #BBCNews
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