Orioles, Ravens, sports world offer support after Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse
In the early hours of March 26, 2024, the Francis Scott Key Bridge, connecting Baltimore County to Anne Arundel County, collapsed after a cargo ship crashed into one of the bridge's support beams.
Although no vehicles were on the bridge during the collapse, six bridge workers are presumed dead. The entire tragedy is devastating for the state of Maryland, leaving the region more disconnected than it has been in years.
Amidst the grieving, several prominent sports figures, political leaders, and organizations from the Baltimore region have offered support for their communities. Here are some of the most notable reactions from the sports world and more.
Key Bridge collapse: Why did bridge collapse so catastrophically? It didn't stand a chance.
Baltimore Orioles offer condolences
We will get through this together, Baltimore 🧡 pic.twitter.com/IzeTXfehgh
— Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) March 26, 2024
The Orioles had planned a fan rally and workouts for the public to attend, but in order to let the community grieve, both events were canceled.
A statement from the Baltimore Orioles: pic.twitter.com/Nrf1Fr5t7a
— Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) March 26, 2024
Ravens show their support
For the people and their families that was apart of the collapsing Bridge in Baltimore my heart, thoughts and prayers are with you all…🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
— Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) March 26, 2024
Heartbreaking seeing what happened to so many innocent people in baltimore last night. Praying for everyone affected by this tragedy. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
— Ronnie Stanley (@megatronnie) March 26, 2024
Praying for those affected by the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse🙏🏽
— Kyle Hamilton (@kyledhamilton_) March 26, 2024
My heart and prayers go out to those involved in this tragedy….
Prayers for Baltimore 🙏🏾 💜#RL52— Ray Lewis (@raylewis) March 26, 2024
Other influential people offer their thoughts:
This morning, I convened senior members of my team for a briefing on the collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge.
I've directed my Administration to ensure every federal resource is available to assist search and rescue efforts and response to this terrible incident. pic.twitter.com/quqe7jogwm— President Biden (@POTUS) March 26, 2024
We are Maryland tough. We are Baltimore strong.
In the face of danger, we hold out. In the face of heartbreak, we come together, and we come back stronger.
That is what we’ve always done. That’s what we will continue to do.— Governor Wes Moore (@GovWesMoore) March 26, 2024
— Port of Baltimore (@portofbalt) March 26, 2024
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This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse sparks support from sports teams