Tanker hits river cruise boat in New Orleans, rescues underway
Also reported by Axios, ABC News, Newsweek, The Hill, Guardian World
Summary
A tanker struck the river cruise boat American Heritage on the Mississippi River near the Port of New Orleans shortly after noon Friday. The cruise boat tipped onto its side and was largely submerged, and rescue efforts were underway.Key Facts
- The tanker was identified as the Atlantic Asphalt.
- The American Heritage appeared to be docked when the collision occurred.
- The cruise boat may have had as many as 129 people aboard.
- Some passengers reportedly disembarked before the crash.
- Nearby boats reported rescuing more than a dozen people from the water.
- Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry said he was traveling to New Orleans and was in contact with local officials and law enforcement.
