gCaptain Article: Vessel Collision on Lower Mississippi River Leads to Sunken Barge, Temporary Closure
A collision between the Panamanian-flagged M/V ISLA DE BIOKO and the U.S.-flagged towing vessel GINNY STONE near New Orleans caused a barge breakaway incident on the Lower Mississippi River. Six barges broke free, with one carrying Urea cargo sinking. The river was temporarily closed but later reopened with restrictions. The Coast Guard is investigating the incident, with no injuries or environmental impacts reported.
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Original Article from gCaptain | Article Author: Mike Schuler
gCaptain Article: Vessel Collision on Lower Mississippi River Leads to Sunken Barge, Temporary Closure
