Two cargo ships collided on the Mississippi River, causing the African Buzzard's anchor to snag the Pac Dubhe, leading to an ongoing investigation.
The U.S. Coast Guard has announced that two vessels collided and became entangled in the Mississippi River. The incident occurred just upstream of New Orleans.
Anchor Became Jammed in Bow
On the afternoon of March 23, the cargo ship Pac Dubhe was sailing downstream towards Panama, while the bulk carrier African Buzzard was proceeding upstream.
At approximately 15:50 local time, the two vessels collided off the coast of Hahnville, Louisiana. According to the Coast Guard, the anchor of the African Buzzard became lodged in the bow of the Pac Dubhe, causing the two ships to become entangled.
Vessel Ran Aground
Following the collision, the African Buzzard exited the channel and ran aground. It has been reported that investigations regarding the incident are ongoing.
Source: SeaNews Türkiye
