Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse Resources

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On March 26, 2024, the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed causing many interruptions resulting in losses for individuals and businesses.

The Maryland Insurance Administration is encouraging all carriers doing business in the state to make reasonable accommodations so that individuals and businesses impacted by the reduced operations of the Port of Baltimore do not lose coverage due to non-payment of premium. Click HERE for insurance company accommodations. Bulletin 24-9 addresses these accommodations.

Read our Consumer Advisory on Premium Accommodations here.
Read our Advisory on Business Losses Resulting from the Key Bridge Collapse here.

Here are some resources specific to this tragic incidence:

Maryland's Official Information Site: https://response.maryland.gov/bridge
Unified Command Official Site for Information Regarding the Francis Scott Key Bridge Response
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Businesses impacted by the FSK Bridge collapse are eligible for low-interest, long-term Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) to help overcome temporary loss of revenue stemming from the bridge collapse. Eligibility applies to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small aquaculture businesses, and private nonprofit organizations. The application deadline is 12/30/24. Resources are available for businesses and individuals impacted by the Port closure. Benefit Line for Port of Baltimore Workers: (667) 930-5989 Disaster Loan Assistance: https://lending.sba.gov

Apply for assistance online. Business Recovery Centers Below: (Note: locations and hours are subject to change)

Anne Arundel County - 1010 Eastway., Glen Burnie, 21060. Hours of operation: Opening Friday, May 3rd @ 12pm
Baltimore County - 7930 Eastern Ave., Baltimore, 21224. Hours of operation: Opening Wed., May 1st @ 10:30am. Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Baltimore City - 1501 S. Clinton St, Suite 100, Baltimore, MD 21224. Hours of operation: M-F, 8am-6pm, Saturday 10am-2pm, Sunday Closed.

Additional Resources:

Department of Transportation
Department of Housing and Community Development
Department of Labor

Maryland Department of Labor has created an unemployment insurance hotline for workers affected by the Key Bridge collapse. Call (667) 930-5989 from 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday, or file online in BEACON: beacon.labor.maryland.gov/beacon/claimant-page.html

Office of the Comptroller
‘Maryland Tough Baltimore Strong’ Fund
Mayor’s Office of Children & Family Success
Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MIMA)
Department of Housing and Urban Development

For additional information on commercial insurance, visit our website or call us at 1-800-492-6116.