Maryland Governor Wes Moore held a press conference at the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, addressing the media and providing updates on the situation. Governor Moore stated that there is currently no specific timeline for when ships will be able to move in and out of the channel into the Port of Baltimore.
The closure of the port is having a significant impact, directly affecting approximately 15,000 workers and indirectly impacting an additional 140,000 workers. The Port of Baltimore is the largest port in the country for foreign cargo, handling a staggering 51 million tons annually. The closure of this key port will have far-reaching consequences, affecting industries and businesses not only in Maryland, but all over the country.
The Governor emphasized that efforts are being prioritized to coordinate and reopen the port as soon as possible. Resources are being marshaled to address the situation and work towards resolving the issues causing the closure. The impact of the port closure will be felt by a wide range of industries, from farmers in Kentucky who rely on the port for exporting their goods, to auto dealers in Michigan who receive imported vehicles through the port.
The situation at the Port of Baltimore is being closely monitored, and Governor Moore is working diligently to ensure that the necessary steps are taken to reopen the port and minimize the economic impact on the state and the country as a whole. Stay tuned to KP INSIDER for further updates on this developing story.
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