The tanker Atlantic Asphalt struck the American Heritage near the Port of New Orleans, triggering a major rescue response for more than 100 people. The cruise vessel listed heavily, while the cause remained under investigation.
On November 13, 2026, the tanker Atlantic Asphalt collided with the river cruise vessel American Heritage near the Port of New Orleans. More than 100 people were aboard the passenger vessel, which began to list heavily after the impact and left some passengers in the water. A large-scale rescue operation was launched on the Mississippi River.
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