Ship lost power from loose wire before bridge collision

A loose wire caused the container ship Dali to lose power and collide with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on March 26, 2024, resulting in the death of six construction workers and significant structural damage. Investigators from the NTSB found an improperly labeled wire connection led to the incident, which blocked a major port for almost three months. The NTSB has called for improved safety measures in maritime shipping and issued recommendations to prevent future accidents, including better inspections and warning systems for bridges. State officials have since raised the estimated cost of rebuilding the bridge from $1.9 billion to $5.2 billion, delaying its reopening to late 2030.

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