Rescue efforts under way after tanker strikes river cruise boat in US
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Summary
A tanker struck the American Heritage river cruise boat on the Mississippi River in New Orleans on November 13, partially submerging the vessel and triggering a rescue operation. The boat’s guests and crew were evacuated, and authorities had not released information about injuries or deaths.Key Facts
- The Atlantic Asphalt tanker hit the American Heritage at about 12:30 p.m. local time.
- The cruise boat was carrying 129 passengers and had docked about two hours before the collision to begin letting passengers off.
- Multiple people were rescued, and search-and-rescue operations were ongoing.
- Port police, firefighters, the Coast Guard and emergency medical staff responded to the scene.
- The Mississippi River was closed to vessel traffic.
- The American Heritage was built in 2015 and can carry up to 150 passengers.
- The 160-meter tanker was flying the flag of the Marshall Islands and was bound for New Orleans.
- Authorities had not determined the cause of the collision or whether the tanker was carrying cargo.
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