Tanker hits docked river cruise ship, sending people into water
Michelle Rivera
Michelle Rivera
Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Michelle, an Ohio State University graduate, has spent over six years focusing on community issues in Cleveland, including social justice and local initiatives. She has previously written for NPR's local affiliates, where she honed her storytelling skills to highlight diverse community voices.
More from Michelle →Reporter · Friday, November 13, 2026 at 10:48 PM · 1 min read
A river cruise ended with a frightening scene Friday when a large tanker slammed into a docked passenger vessel on the Mississippi River, causing the cruise ship to roll onto its side and sending people into the water. The collision happened near the Port of New Orleans around 12:30 p.m. local time.\