Two major sports teams have teamed up to help those affected by the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, Maryland, on March 26th.
MLB’s Orioles and NFL’s Ravens will donate $10 million to a fund to support “victim families, longshoremen, first responders and others” involved in the tragedy, ESPN reported. report Friday.
In social media posts Friday, both teams said they would donate the money to the Baltimore Community Foundation’s Key Bridge Emergency Fund.
“Maryland is tough, Baltimore is strong” Orioles Said In the team’s post:
Maryland is tough, Baltimore is strong 💜 pic.twitter.com/SbnmOnI5Li
— Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) April 5, 2024
combined with. @Orioles Donate $10 million to the Baltimore Community Foundation’s Key Bridge Emergency Fund.
Donation details: https://t.co/C34FTI9PxE pic.twitter.com/fPyHxmxYYA
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) April 5, 2024
According to Breitbart News, the tragedy occurred around 1:30 a.m. when a boat crashed into the bridge, causing it to collapse and sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapses after being struck by a ship.
Possibility of mass casualties. pic.twitter.com/1z9fMaJNod
— Postmillennial (@TPostMillennial) March 26, 2024
The ship, known as the MV Dali, reportedly experienced serious problems before the crash.
The demolition workers work Cleaning the area and dismantling the bridge to reopen the port will be difficult, ABC News reported Monday.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) said this is happening around the clock and said, “I urge people to continue to pray for our state. We are going through some really difficult times right now.” Masu.”
Meanwhile, Orioles owner David M. Rubenstein said that while the city’s resiliency is being tested, “the Orioles are committed to keeping our city, our state, and our country in business.” We are providing this donation to help people.”
Additionally, Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti said, “The Ravens are honored to support the Francis Scott Key Bridge recovery effort and the affected Maryland families and businesses.” We are confident that Baltimore and the state of Maryland will continue to show extraordinary spirit and strength during this time of great need. ”
Social media users were quick to praise the team for stepping up donations. write“God bless you and have a great 2024 season.”
Another user said, “So proud of both of my favorite teams during a difficult time in my hometown of Baltimore.” commented.
