Baltimore, Maryland – In the wake of a container ship colliding with the Francis Scott Key Bridge, spreading false claims online, authorities are working to quash misinformation about the incident. The vessel lost power, crashing into the structure despite efforts to prevent disaster.
Governor Wes Moore reassured the public that terrorism was not a factor in the incident, aligning with statements from the FBI and Baltimore police. However, conspiracy theories linking the collision to various false causes like cyberattacks or international entities have surfaced online.
A video circulating alongside claims of a large explosion is actually from a different event unrelated to the Baltimore incident, debunked through a reverse image search that linked it to a previous explosion on the Kerch bridge in Russia.
The authorities in Russia alleged that a truck bomb explosion was responsible for the damage to the Crimea-Russia bridge, blaming Ukraine for the incident, which Ukrainian intelligence later took responsibility for.
Footage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge’s collapse indicates the Singapore-flagged Dali container ship, under the guidance of two Baltimore port pilots, went dark twice before the collision, prompting officials to halt traffic on the bridge following the crew’s Mayday call.
Efforts are underway to combat misinformation surrounding the bridge collapse, with authorities urging the public to rely on verified sources for accurate information about the incident. As investigations continue, it is essential for the public to stay updated through credible channels to avoid being misled by false narratives.