Bridge Over Troubled Waters (or Not)
So, you want to know how many people died when that bridge in Baltimore decided to take a swan dive into the river? Well, buckle up, buttercup, because we're about to dive into this watery grave of a story.
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A Bridge Too Far
Let’s get straight to the point: six people tragically lost their lives when the Francis Scott Key Bridge decided to pull a Houdini and disappear into the Patapsco River. It was like a real-life version of that classic "bridge out" prank, but without the laughs.
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A Ship Happens
Now, you might be wondering, "How on earth does a bridge just up and leave like that?" Well, it turns out it was all the fault of a naughty cargo ship named Dali (seriously, what kind of name is that for a ship?). This big, bad boy decided to have a little too much fun and crashed into one of the bridge's support columns. And let's just say, the bridge didn't take it well.
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A Bridge Too Far, Part 2
Imagine being one of the eight construction workers on that bridge when it decided to take a plunge. Talk about a Monday morning surprise! Thankfully, two of them managed to escape with their lives, but the other six, well, let's just say they had a much less pleasant commute.
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The Aftermath
The aftermath of this whole ordeal was a total mess. The bridge was basically in pieces, the port was shut down, and everyone in Baltimore was left scratching their heads wondering what the heck just happened. And to top it all off, the search for the missing bodies was a long and heartbreaking process.
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It’s a sobering reminder that even the sturdiest structures can crumble, and that sometimes, the universe has a wicked sense of humor.
How To...
- How to avoid being on a bridge when it collapses? Easy: Don't be on a bridge. Especially if you see a big ship heading towards it.
- How to become a bridge inspector? Get a degree in civil engineering and a love for heights.
- How to build a bridge that won't collapse? Hire a really good engineer and avoid naming your cargo ships after surrealist painters.
- How to deal with the emotional trauma of witnessing a bridge collapse? Seek professional help and avoid watching any disaster movies.
- How to ensure your bridge-building skills are top-notch? Practice, practice, practice. And maybe avoid building bridges over bodies of water.
So there you have it, folks. The tragic tale of the Baltimore bridge collapse. Let's hope we don't have to write another one of these anytime soon.
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