Bridge snaps after ship hit

A CONTAINER ship lost power and crashed into a major bridge in the US city of Baltimore early yesterday, causing it to snap and plunge into the river below.

The operators of the ship issued a mayday call moments before the crash, enabling authorities to limit vehicle traffic on the span, Maryland’s governor said. 

The ship crashed into one of the bridge’s supports, causing the structure to break apart like a toy.

Two people were rescued from the water, and officials said six people were still unaccounted for.

All were believed to be working on the bridge when it collapsed.

It tumbled into the water in a matter of seconds – a shocking spectacle that was captured on video and posted on social media.