Following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on the Baltimore Beltway in Maryland, former Minnesota Republican Gov. Tim Pawlenty drew parallels to a similar tragedy he faced in 2007. The incident in Minneapolis involved the I-35W bridge collapsing due to a structural flaw, resulting in thirteen fatalities and 145 injuries.
Pawlenty highlighted the shared emotions of shock, grief, and sadness experienced by both communities, emphasizing the importance of expressing condolences to the families and victims. He noted the immediate rush of various tasks that authorities must address in the aftermath of such disasters.
