The tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore has left a community in mourning and a city in chaos. As salvage crews work tirelessly to remove the debris and reopen the ship channel, the focus remains on the six workers presumed to have lost their lives in the accident.
Rev. Ako Walker, who held a Mass in Spanish at Sacred Heart of Jesus, emphasized the need to improve the treatment of migrant workers in the United States. The workers, hailing from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, were patching potholes on the bridge when it fell early Tuesday.
The crew of the cargo ship Dali, which caused the collapse, remains onboard the vessel, tangled in thousands of tons of debris. The National Transportation Safety Board investigation is underway to determine accountability and prevent future tragedies.
The impact of the bridge collapse extends beyond Baltimore, affecting the global economy and prompting promises of aid from President Joe Biden’s administration. The rebuilding process is expected to be lengthy and complex, with engineers still assessing the full scope of the damage.
As the city grapples with the aftermath of this disaster, the community is urged to come together and support the families of the workers who lost their lives. Walker’s message of unity and compassion serves as a reminder to be bridges for one another in times of hardship.