Bridge Over Troubled Waters (or Not)
So, you wanna know how old that bridge in Baltimore was when it decided to take a swan dive into the drink? Well, buckle up, buttercup, because this is a tale as old as time (or at least as old as 1977).
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A Bridge Too Far?
Let's talk about the Francis Scott Key Bridge. That's the fancy name for the bridge that decided to become a marine biologist one fateful day. Now, this wasn't just any old bridge. Oh no, this was a bridge with a serious case of midlife crisis. It had been around for a whopping 47 years. That's like being in your late 40s in human years - the age where you start questioning your life choices and considering a drastic haircut.
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A Bridge's Worst Nightmare
Unfortunately for the bridge, its midlife crisis took a turn for the worse when a big, mean cargo ship named Dali decided to pay it a visit. The Dali, being a ship with no manners, basically body-slammed the bridge. It was like a scene out of a bad action movie, except with less explosions and more, well, collapsing bridges.
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Could This Have Been Prevented?
Now, you might be wondering, "Hey, couldn't they have seen this coming?" Well, the bridge had actually passed its inspection with flying colors just a year before. So, it's like that friend who always seems fine until they suddenly have a complete meltdown. You never really know, do you?
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The Aftermath
The bridge's untimely demise caused quite a splash (pun intended). There were missing people, traffic chaos, and a whole lot of questions. But hey, at least the fish in the Patapsco River got a new playground.
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So, there you have it. The bridge was 47 years old when it decided to call it quits. And while it might not have been the most graceful exit, it certainly made a memorable one.
How To... Bridge Your Knowledge
How to avoid being a bridge: Don't get hit by a ship. It's really that simple.How to become a marine biologist: Probably not by falling into a river, but you could try.How to predict bridge collapses: Unfortunately, there's no crystal ball for that. Yet.How to deal with traffic chaos: Patience, caffeine, and maybe a good podcast.How to appreciate bridges: Look at them, admire their engineering, and be glad you're not one.
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