In a press conference held on Saturday, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore emphasized that the current conditions are perilous for rescue divers following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Additionally, he highlighted the risks posed not only by adverse weather conditions but also by debris and wreckage still present in the water.

Standing alongside Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott, state police Superintendent Col. Roland Butler, and first responders, Gov. Moore expressed his concerns about the safety of rescue divers. He firmly stated, "We're talking about debris, we're talking about wreckage. We're talking about pieces of the Key Bridge that are in the water." The governor vowed to prioritize the safety of first responders, stressing that compromising their well-being was not an option.

Although the current circumstances make it unsafe for rescue divers to enter the water, Gov. Moore informed the public that they would resume their operations as soon as conditions improved. He lauded the efforts of Colonel Butler and the Maryland State Police for their commitment to ensuring the safety of the divers.

In addressing the recovery process, Gov. Moore disclosed that the Army Corps of Engineers, in collaboration with their partners, would conduct crane operations to dismantle the northern sections of the bridge. He acknowledged that this was a remarkably complex undertaking, adding that it would open up a temporary restricted channel. This channel would facilitate the deployment of more vessels to the site of the collapse.

Grateful for the response from various agencies, Gov. Moore expressed his appreciation for the support received from the Biden-Harris Administration in dealing with the aftermath of the tragedy.

The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, caused by a collision with the Dali, a Singaporean-flagged container ship, resulted in eight construction workers plunging into the water. Tragically, two workers were rescued, while two bodies have been recovered. The remaining four workers are currently presumed dead.

Furthermore, officials revealed that the Dali was transporting over 4,000 metal shipping containers, 56 of which contained hazardous materials. Regrettably, thirteen of these containers were destroyed during the collapse.

In an effort to control any oil seepage into the water, booms have been deployed, and environmental officials have begun sampling the water.

As the investigation and recovery operations continue, the community remains united in support of the victims and their families.