Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Racist cartoon targets Dali's Indian crew; elicits outrage
Dali collided with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, leading to a controversial response. A US-based webcomic, Foxford Comics, posted a cartoon the day after the incident, captioned «Last known recording from inside the Dali moments before impact,» which has sparked outrage.
The collision occurred when the Indian crew operating the Dali lost power, causing it to collide with a concrete pier supporting the bridge. This impact resulted in a significant portion of the bridge collapsing into approximately 50 feet of freezing water below. However, the crew's quick thinking and Mayday call alerted authorities, enabling them to swiftly shut down traffic on the bridge, potentially saving lives.
US President Joe Biden, Maryland Governor Wes Moore, and other officials have commended the ship's crew for their immediate response, which helped save many lives.
Despite the commendable actions of the crew, the cartoon depicting the incident has garnered significant attention, amassing 4.3 million views and over 2,000 comments. However, it has also faced criticism for its inappropriate portrayal of the crew involved.
One user expressed their dismay, stating, «It's shameful that people are mocking the Indian crew for this tragic incident, especially when the governor himself praised their actions.»
Many other users have shared videos of authorities praising the Indian crew's quick thinking in the comment section of Foxford Comics.
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