The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse impacted cruises and cargo shipments. Here's how.
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The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse has impacted travel in Baltimore – including cruises and cargo shipments. Carnival Cruise Line had to temporarily move its Baltimore operations to Norfolk, Virginia as the Baltimore Harbor has been closed to marine traffic – which could cause up to a $10 million monetary loss for the company.
The company's ship, Carnival Legend, was scheduled to return to Baltimore on Sunday, March 31, but guests will instead go to Norfolk. There will be a complimentary bus service to get back to Baltimore from that port, Carnival announced on Tuesday. The drive between these cities could be up to five hours long.
The upcoming Carnival Legend cruise on March 31 will depart and return to Norfolk.
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