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Tanker collides with riverboat on Mississippi River at Port of New Orleans

Tanker collides with riverboat on Mississippi River at Port of New Orleans

Also reported by ABC News, Newsweek, Guardian World

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Summary

The Atlantic Asphalt tanker struck the American Heritage riverboat at the Port of New Orleans. The riverboat was docked at the port when the collision occurred.

Key Facts

  • The collision occurred at the Port of New Orleans on the Mississippi River.
  • The vessel that struck the riverboat was the Atlantic Asphalt tanker.
  • The struck vessel was the American Heritage riverboat.
  • American Cruise Lines operates the American Heritage.
  • The American Heritage was docked at the port when it was struck.
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