The NTSB recommends new ship and bridge safety systems to avoid disasters like the Baltimore Key Bridge collapse.
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- The NTSB released its investigation into the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, which killed six construction workers. 8s
- The Dolly cargo ship lost power twice before colliding with the bridge, and investigators found the ship lacked adequate safety systems to restore power quickly. 51s
- The bridge, built in 1977, was not designed or retrofitted to withstand impacts from large modern ships, leaving it highly vulnerable. 1m 3s
- NTSB found there was enough time to warn construction workers to evacuate, but they were not notified, unlike motorists who were kept off the bridge. 2m 2s
- The NTSB issued recommendations for improved ship and bridge safety systems and is now reviewing protections for 68 other bridges nationwide. 3m 18s