Coast Guard investigating cruise ship Carnival Horizon allision in Manhattan
U.S. Coast Guard sent this bulletin at 08/28/2018 11:02 AM EDT
News Release |
U.S. Coast Guard Sector New York |
Coast Guard investigating cruise ship Carnival Horizon allision in Manhattan
NEW YORK – The Coast Guard is investigating an allision between the cruise ship Carnival Horizon and a pier at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal, Tuesday.
Watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector New York Vessel Traffic Service were alerted of the accident on Tuesday morning. Investigators, Marine Inspectors and a Facilities team from Coast Guard Sector New York were called to the scene after the Carnival Horizon allided with Pier 90 while mooring at Pier 88 in the Manhattan Cruise Terminal.
No injuries or pollution were reported as a result of the allision.
The Coast Guard is investigating the extent of the damage to Pier 90 and the cause of the allision.
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