Cargo Ship Explodes Near Baltimore Key Bridge No Injuries

A cargo ship caught fire near the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore Harbor on Monday evening, resulting from an apparent explosion aboard a Liberian-flagged bulk carrier, the MV W Sapphire, which was carrying a full load of coal. The incident occurred around 6:28 p.m. and created a large fireball captured on video, but no injuries or damage to surrounding infrastructure have been reported. Multiple fireboats and the U.S. Coast Guard responded to the scene, and authorities have stated there is no wider safety threat while the cause remains under investigation. The ship had recently departed from the CSX Coal Dock and was en route to Port Louis, Mauritius. This incident comes near the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which collapsed in March 2024 after being struck by a container ship, causing significant casualties and disruption. Officials continue to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the investigation progresses.