Rescue operations resumed in Maryland on Wednesday (March 27) after the tragic collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. The incident occurred early Tuesday when a large vessel collided with the bridge, leading to sections falling into the Patapsco River. Among those missing were six construction workers hailing from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. The US Coast Guard has indicated that it believes the men have tragically perished and is preparing to cease its extensive search and rescue mission.

One of the identified victims is Miguel Luna, a 49-year-old father of three from El Salvador, who had resided in Maryland for nearly two decades. He was engaged in bridge repairs at the time of the collapse. Miguel Luna’s wife, María del Carmen Castellón, expressed profound sorrow as the family anxiously awaited updates amidst ongoing recovery efforts. Additionally, Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandoval, 38, from Honduras, was also among the missing workers. He had been living in the US for approximately eighteen years and leaves behind a wife and two children.

These workers, including Maynor, were conducting pothole repairs when the bridge gave way. They were employed by local contractor Brawner Builders, responsible for bridge maintenance contracts in Maryland. Jeffrey Pritzker, a senior executive at Brawner Builders, expressed shock at the incident, underscoring the company’s unwavering commitment to safety.

Our thoughts and condolences are with the families of the missing and presumed deceased individuals during this difficult time.