MDTA: Expect heavy traffic in Baltimore area during rush hour periods due to Key Bridge collapse

BALTIMORE, MD—With local school systems back in session on Tuesday, the Maryland Transportation Authority says motorists should plan for increased traffic on roadways throughout Baltimore as a result of the I-695 Key Bridge collapse. The southeast corridor of I-695 is closed on the Outer Loop at MD 173 (exit 1) and Inner Loop at MD 157/Peninsula Expressway (exit 43). Drivers […]

NO DRONE ZONE: FBI reminds drone owners to stay away from Key Bridge collapse site

BALTIMORE, MD—The Federal Bureau of Investigation is reminding drone owners about the airspace restrictions surrounding the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse as recovery and salvage operations continue. The FBI is urging the public to respect the “no drone zone” put in place by local and federal law enforcement agencies. “Drone operators need to know that we take seriously any incursion […]

United Way of Central Maryland launches fund to aid those affected by Key Bridge collapse

BALTIMORE, MD—United Way of Central Maryland has announced the creation of its “Bridging the Gap Fund.” The fund will support efforts in eviction prevention, food access, and other mid- and long-term needs of those affected by the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. “We are united for our neighbors, and our hearts are with the victims of the Francis Scott Key […]

Crews to open temporary alternate channel around Key Bridge wreckage, debris hotline established

BALTIMORE, MD—Crews are preparing to establish a temporary alternate channel on the northeast side of the main channel in the vicinity of the Francis Scott Key Bridge for commercially essential vessels. “This will mark an important first step along the road to reopening the port of Baltimore,” said Capt. David O’Connell, Federal On-Scene Coordinator, Key Bridge Response 2024. “By opening […]

Removal of wreckage from Key Bridge collapse begins

BALTIMORE, MD—Work crews began bridge wreckage removal on Saturday to remove debris from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Highly trained demolition crews will begin cutting the top portion of the north side of the collapsed bridge into smaller sections for safe removal by crane. One crane barge and one working barge have been placed at the incident to support […]