Tag: Infrastructure Safety
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NTSB Links Cargo Ship Crash at Baltimore Bridge to Electrical Blackouts
Investigation Finds Electrical Failures Behind the Collapse The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has concluded that a loss of electrical power, triggered by a loose wire, caused a cargo ship to lose propulsion and steering control, ultimately leading to a catastrophic crash into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. In the incident, the bridge collapsed, resulting…
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New Bridge Collapse in China Triggers Safety Review and Inspections
Overview of the incident A newly opened bridge in southwest China partially collapsed into the river below on [date], after worsening mountain conditions contributed to landslides in the area. The structure began to give way despite being closed to traffic, and local authorities moved quickly to secure the site and begin a formal investigation. Why…
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Cebu Earthquake Sparks Push for Philippine Building Act to Strengthen Safety Standards
Cebu Quake Highlights Urgent Need for a Modern Building Act The 6.9-magnitude earthquake that rocked Cebu and neighboring provinces on September 30 has become a rallying point for lawmakers who argue that the Philippines needs a modern, comprehensive building code. Surigao del Sur 1st district Rep. Romeo Momo Sr. has renewed his call for the…
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Jorge Coelho’s Resignation: The Truth Behind the Bridge Incident
Introduction The resignation of Jorge Coelho, a prominent figure in Portuguese politics, has sparked widespread debate and concern, particularly following the tragic collapse of the Ponte de Entre-os-Rios. Carlos Moedas, the President of the Lisbon City Council, made notable claims that Coelho had prior knowledge of maintenance issues concerning the bridge. But what are the…