Rough weather could threaten Key Bridge collapse salvage, cleanup efforts this week

BALTIMORE - Rough weather could pose a threat this week as the Unified Command teams continue salvage operations at the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.

The WJZ First Alert Weather Team continues ALERT DAYS for Tuesday and Wednesday for the potential of heavy rain and strong thunderstorms. 

We'll see some breaks in between the rounds of heavy rain and storms, so the weather won't be raining the entire time. When storms do roll through the area they will have the potential to produce heavy rain, localized flooding, lightning, thunder, and small hail.   

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott urges drivers to be cautious when getting on the roadways.

"Baltimore — we know we're already expecting delays due to the ongoing situation with the Key Bridge Collapse," Scott said. "With the added complication of this expected weather, please allow for extra time during your commutes and be patient for your fellow Baltimoreans!"  

The Key Bridge, a Baltimore icon, collapsed on March 26 when it was struck by a large cargo ship that had lost power and control.

Unified Command units are working to clear the debris and the ship that remain at the site.

Eight construction workers repairing potholes were knocked into the Patapsco River. Two were rescued, two were recovered in a submerged truck and four more are still missing and presumed to be dead.

Crews are working to create a temporary passage around the collapse site for vessels to get to the Port of Baltimore.