A floating crane known for its role in a Cold War intelligence mission has arrived to help clean up debris from the Baltimore bridge collapse. The cargo ship Dali caused the collapse, resulting in six deaths. The crane, Chesapeake 1000, has a long history and is described as the largest crane on the Eastern seaboard. The cleanup process is ongoing to prevent further environmental damage from spilled oils and hazardous substances.
Key Points
Chesapeake 1000, a powerful floating crane, arrives at the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse site to remove debris
Cargo ship Dali struck the bridge, causing its collapse and resulting in six deaths
Chesapeake 1000 has a history related to a CIA mission during the Cold War
Cleanup efforts ongoing to prevent further environmental damage
Pros
Efforts to clean up debris and prevent environmental damage are underway
Historical context provided around the floating crane Chesapeake 1000 and its past role in a CIA mission
Cons
Tragic loss of life in the Baltimore bridge collapse incident
Environmental concerns due to spilled oils and hazardous substances