🚨Explosion reported as cargo ship catches fire in Baltimore Harbor A cargo ship caught fire in Baltimore Harbor near the Francis Scott Key Bridge, according to officials. No injuries have been reported. The Maryland Department of Emergency Management said Monday it was aware of the cargo ship fire near the Baltimore harbor and reported no injuries or property damage beyond the vessel. The Baltimore City Fire Department told WJZ-TV that an under-deck fire produced heavy smoke, though it has not been confirmed as an explosion. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. The reported blast occurred at about 6:28 p.m. and was captured on a camera overlooking the Chesapeake Bay. Footage showed a large fireball rising from the ship’s forward hold. (BNO)