US Senator Chris Van Hollen expressed his condolences and described Tuesday as a 'tragic day' in Baltimore during an interview with CNN's Wolf Blitzer on Tuesday evening. Van Hollen commended the workers who swiftly responded to the ship's distress call, halting traffic to assist in the emergency situation.
Van Hollen emphasized the ongoing efforts to search for the missing individuals, stating that the immediate priority, in addition to search and rescue operations, is to reopen the affected channel. He highlighted the impact on maritime traffic, noting that approximately four ships in the port are currently unable to depart, with around 20 vessels waiting to enter.
