Bridge Over Troubled Water (or Not)
So, let’s talk about bridges. Not the kind that connect two places, but the kind that connect people (or at least, used to). We’re talking about the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. Remember that dramatic collapse? It was like a scene straight out of a disaster movie, but without the popcorn and gratuitous slow-motion shots.
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A Bridge Too Far?
Now, you might be wondering, "Hey, how many people actually survived that whole ordeal?" Well, let's dive into the numbers. Drumroll, please...
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- Two lucky ducks: That's the number of people who managed to escape the watery grave that awaited most of the bridge's unfortunate inhabitants. These brave souls, let's call them Aquaman and Merman (totally made-up names, by the way), defied all odds and made it out alive.
- Six souls lost: Sadly, six people didn’t make it. They were a maintenance crew working on the bridge when disaster struck. It's a tragic reminder of the risks that these unsung heroes take to keep our infrastructure running smoothly.
The Aftermath
The aftermath of the collapse was a whirlwind of rescue efforts, investigations, and a whole lot of finger-pointing. People were scrambling like ants after a picnic to figure out what went wrong and how to prevent it from happening again. And let's not forget the poor folks who were stuck in traffic for days because of the whole ordeal. Talk about a bridge too far!
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But hey, at least we got some good drama out of it.
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FAQs About Bridge Collapses (Because, Why Not?)
How to avoid being on a bridge when it collapses?
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- Easy, don't be on a bridge. Problem solved. Or, you know, check the news for bridge stability reports.
How to become a bridge inspector?
- Get a degree in civil engineering, develop a deep love for concrete, and be prepared for some serious vertigo.
How to build a bridge that won't collapse?
- Hire a really good engineer. And maybe avoid building it over a busy waterway.
How to survive a bridge collapse?
- Be Aquaman or Merman. Or, you know, practice your underwater breathing.
How to cope with the fear of bridges?
- Consider taking up flying. Or boats. Or teleportation, if that’s an option.
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