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All Accounted for After Tanker Crashes Into Docked New Orleans Riverboat
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- A tanker ship collided with the riverboat American Heritage in New Orleans, causing the riverboat to capsize at its dock while carrying 129 people.
- All passengers of the American Heritage were accounted for, with 32 individuals hospitalized but none sustaining critical injuries, according to Mayor Helena Moreno.
- A large-scale search and rescue operation was launched following the incident.
- Capt. Melanie A. Burnham of the U.S. Coast Guard commended the first responders for their dedication, professionalism, and bravery during the rescue efforts.
