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Riverboat involved in collision while docked in New Orleans, prompting evacuations

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Updated November 13, 2026 2:07 PM CST Published November 13, 2026 2:03 PM CST
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The Brief

    • The American Heritage riverboat was involved in a collision while docked in New Orleans.
    • Guests and crew were evacuated, according to American Cruise Lines.
    • The company said it was coordinating with the U.S. Coast Guard and local authorities.

An American Cruise Lines riverboat was involved in a collision while docked in New Orleans, prompting the evacuation of guests and crew, the company said.

Dig deeper:

The vessel, the American Heritage, was docked when the collision occurred. The company did not immediately say what struck the riverboat or whether anyone was injured.

What they're saying:

"We are in close coordination with the U.S. Coast Guard and local authorities," American Cruise Lines said in a statement to FOX Television Stations. "Guests and crew were evacuated, and we are deeply concerned for everyone involved."

The company said it would release more information as it becomes available.

This story is developing. Check back for updates. 

The Source: Information in this story came from a statement provided by American Cruise Lines confirming that the American Heritage was involved in a collision while docked in New Orleans. This story was reported from Los Angeles. 

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