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NTSB Blames Wire Labeling in Key Bridge Collapse

12/11/2025

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  • The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released a report on the March 2024 collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, citing a misplaced wire label and inadequate protocols.
  • The cargo vessel Dali lost propulsion after an electrical blackout, leading to the collision.
  • Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy plans to meet Governor Wes Moore on project management.
  • The replacement cost is estimated at $4.3 billion to $5.2 billion, with completion late 2030.