Bridge Over Troubled Waters (or Not)
So, you want to know about the Baltimore bridge collapse, huh? Well, buckle up, because this story is as dramatic as a cat trying to catch a laser pointer.
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The Day the Bridge Cried "Uncle"
On a fateful March morning, a bridge in Baltimore decided it had enough of this whole "holding up cars" thing. Like a rebellious teenager, it went, "Nah, I'm out," and promptly collapsed into the icy waters below. Talk about a dramatic exit! Eight construction workers were on the scene, minding their own business, filling potholes or whatever it is construction workers do at 1 AM. Let's just say they had a slightly more eventful shift than planned.
Six Feet Under the Bridge
Tragically, six of those workers didn't make it. Can you imagine? One minute you're patching up a road, the next you're taking an unexpected swim in a freezing river. It's like a real-life plot twist, but without the happy ending. The other two workers were rescued like heroes in an action movie. Talk about a lucky break!
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The Ship That Caused All the Trouble
Now, you might be wondering, "How did a bridge just decide to collapse?" Well, it turns out a rogue cargo ship named Dali (seriously, that's the ship's name) was the culprit. It was like a drunk driver, but with a much bigger impact. The ship smacked into the bridge's support column, and the rest is history. Or, more accurately, the rest is a massive rescue operation and a whole lot of paperwork.
A Bridge Too Far?
Let's be honest, bridges are kind of overrated. They're just big, concrete overpasses that promise to get you from point A to point B without getting wet. But this bridge? It was like the Beyonc� of bridges – dramatic, iconic, and now, sadly, missed.
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FAQs
How to avoid being on a collapsing bridge?
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- Easy, don't be a construction worker at 1 AM. Or, you know, avoid bridges altogether and just teleport.
How to become a bridge safety expert?
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- Take a long, hard look at that bridge you're crossing. If it looks like it's about to do a Michael Jackson moonwalk, maybe find another route.
How to build a bridge that won't collapse?
- Hire a really good engineer. Or, you know, just use a ferry.
How to deal with the emotional trauma of witnessing a bridge collapse?
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- Therapy. Lots and lots of therapy.
How to become a hero by rescuing someone from a collapsing bridge?
- Be there at the right time, have superhuman strength, and a cape (optional, but highly recommended).
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