A maritime accident occurred at the port of New Orleans in the United States, Friday, where a tanker crashed with a cruise ship anchored in the Mississippi River. After the crash, some people have ended up in the water, while emergency teams have launched search-for-saving operations.
According to portal authorities, the accident took place around 12:30 local time, when the Atlantic Asphont’s tank crashed into the tourist ship American Heritage, owned by the American Crisis Linees.
More than 130 persons were aboard the cruise ship, including passengers and crew members.
Shortly after the incident, emergency teams have arrived at the scene and have launched a rescue intervention for persons involved. New Orleans authorities have made it known that some people have been taken out of the water, while operations have continued to secure all involved.
The images released by witnesses indicate the moment the tank approaches the tourist ship and crashes into it. Other images are seen by watermen equipped with life jackets while rescue teams intervene to secure them.
The company American Crisis Lines has confirmed that passengers and crew members of the ship American Heritage have been evacuated. She has announced that she is co-operating with the American Coastal Roy and local authorities.
According to initial reports, the tourist ship has suffered considerable damage and has begun to draw water after the crash. Emergency radio communications have reported individuals in the water and the need for immediate intervention.
So far, authorities have not published an official balance on the number of injured persons or their state of health. Even the cause of the crash remains unclear and is part of the investigation.
In her response, the company BARAmercan Cruise Lynnes has indicated that she is deeply concerned about all the persons involved in the incident.
Meanwhile, Louisiana Mayor Jeff Landry has announced he is in contact with local authorities and will travel to New Orleans. Even the U.S. National Transport Safety Board ( NTSB has confirmed that it is aware of the incident.
Research-saving operations are continuing as authorities work to whiteen the accident’s circumstances.
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