Ship explosion in Baltimore's harbor near Key Bridge site prompts U.S. Coast Guard response

nation • 8/19/2025

The U.S. Coast Guard responded to an explosion on board a cargo ship hauling coal in Baltimore's harbor near the Key Bridge collapse site on Monday, according to U.S. Coast Guard spokesman, Petty Officer Matthew West.

The U.S. Coast Guard responded to an explosion on board a cargo ship hauling coal in Baltimore's harbor near the Key Bridge collapse site on Monday, according to U.S. Coast Guard spokesman, Petty Officer Matthew West. The W-Sapphire, a 751-foot bulk ... [4281 chars]