Salvage operations continue in Baltimore as alternate channels open

The Unified Command continued salvage operations at the Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore. "Progress included the removal of a 156-tonne piece of Span 19 outside of the navigational channel, which was hoisted and loaded onto a barge for future disposal," says an official release. Traffic through the alternate channels, while still limited, is gradually increasing with 10 vessels transiting since April 5, 2024 the update added. “The Unified Command quickly stood up and has been making progress every day since this incident took place,” says David O’Connell, Coast Guard Captain and federal on-scene coordinator, Unified Command. “Support from federal, state, local authorities, and the public has been indispensable. We are deeply grateful for these partnerships, which have been critical every step of the way.”