US river cruise ship capsizes after collision in New Orleans

A cruise ship collided with a tanker in New Orleans and overturned. Videos on social media show how the “American Heritage” tips to the side and lies in the river. Other footage shows several passengers wearing life jackets in the water of the Mississippi River.

Many rescue workers are on site.

According to the port authorities, there were more than 130 people on board the “American Heritage”. How the accident happened is still unclear. Several rescue workers are on site.

According to port officials, the cruise ship was rammed by the tanker Atlantic Asphalt while it was in the harbor basin. Footage from the scene of the accident shows the collision.

The "American Heritage" offers space for 150 passengers.

Jeff Landry, Governor of the US state of Louisiana, announced on the X platform that he was on his way to New Orleans. "We are aware of the incident on the Mississippi River and are in close contact with local authorities and law enforcement."

According to the operator's website, the "American Heritage" was built in 2015. She can accommodate 150 guests and has several cabins. The cruise ship is operated by the shipping company American Cruise Lines.