A maritime emergency was reported in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, after a tanker ship collided with a river cruise ship carrying passengers on the Mississippi River.

According to initial reports, the tanker identified as Atlantic Asphalt collided with the cruise ship American Heritage, which was docked near the Crescent City Connection bridge.

Preliminary information indicates that there were approximately 129 passengers on board the cruise ship at the time of the impact, although initial reports mentioned around 150 people.

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Following the accident, the presence of people in the water was reported, and rescue teams were mobilized.

More information to follow.

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