During a recent briefing at the White House, Coast Guard Vice Admiral Peter Gautier revealed that more than 4,700 cargo containers are still on the ship that collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Among these containers, 56 are carrying hazardous materials.
Despite the presence of hazardous materials, Gautier assured the public that there is no immediate danger. The hazardous containers were located in an area of the ship that was minimally impacted by the collision, thus reducing the risk of any potential leaks or spills.
