The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after being hit by a container ship, leading to the tragic loss of at least two lives with four more construction workers missing.

Two of the victims have been identified, one from Mexico and the other from Guatemala, while the search continues for the remaining four workers hailing from Mexico, Honduras, and El Salvador.

The collapse has prompted significant economic concerns due to the shutdown of the port of Baltimore, a critical hub for commerce as the nation's ninth-largest port.

The reconstruction of the bridge is anticipated to be an extensive and expensive endeavor, with federal support promised by President Biden and an estimated cost of $500 million.

Authorities, including the FBI and the NTSB, are investigating the incident, which is currently not considered an act of terrorism. The NTSB has obtained the ship's data recorder to aid in the investigation.

The disaster has sparked broader discussions on infrastructure safety, specifically the risks posed by larger cargo ships and the public's investment in preventing such rare but devastating events.

Community response to the tragedy included a prayer vigil for the victims, highlighting the emotional impact of the event on local residents.