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Tanker collision in New Orleans partially submerges riverboat, passengers rescued

Passengers and crew were rescued after a tanker collided with a docked riverboat on the Mississippi River in New Orleans on Saturday, Al Jazeera reported.

By Arabia Today Newsroom
A tanker ship and a partially submerged riverboat on the Mississippi River after a collision

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Passengers and crew were rescued after a tanker ship collided with a riverboat docked on the Mississippi River in New Orleans on Saturday, according to a video report by Al Jazeera.

The collision partially submerged the riverboat, leaving passengers clinging to railings as they awaited help. Emergency services responded to the scene and brought everyone to safety.

No further details, including the number of people involved or the extent of any injuries, were immediately available. The cause of the collision is not yet known.

Riverboat cruises are a popular tourist activity in New Orleans, typically operating along the Mississippi River. Such incidents are rare but highlight the importance of safety measures on busy waterways.

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