The 20 crew members of the Dali, the ship carrying 4,700 containers bound for Sri Lanka, which collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge after experiencing power loss, are currently staying put, tending to daily operations and cooperating with authorities.
The crew members are expected to remain on the ship until debris from the damaged bridge is cleared, as per the New York Times. Despite the unfortunate collision, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that the crew members are in good health, with only one requiring medical attention for minor injuries sustained during the accident.
Efforts to remove debris and reopen the channel to the bustling port are underway, with authorities estimating it could take weeks to complete. Governor of Maryland announced plans to initiate the removal of debris on Saturday.
Chris James, representing a consulting firm aiding the ship’s management company, Synergy Marine, informed the that the crew members have access to ample supplies of food, water, and fuel to sustain operations. However, the timeline for extracting the ship from the wreckage remains uncertain.
Once investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Coast Guard conclude, the crew may be relieved and sent home. The crew’s swift action in sending SOS messages prior to the collision, which aided in traffic diversion, has been commended.
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated the crew’s well-being during a media briefing in Delhi, stating that all members are in good health, with the injured crew member having returned to the ship after receiving medical treatment.
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