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How a major US bridge collapsed after being struck by a ship

A bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, has collapsed into the Patapsco River after being struck by a container ship.

Six people remain missing as officials carry out a search and rescue operation by land, air and sea. US President Joe Biden has committed to rebuild the bridge with federal funds.

The BBC's Tom Bateman explains how the collapse unfolded.

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