An oil tanker collided with a river cruise ship docked in the Port of New Orleans on Friday, November 22 after losing control, CNN reported.
New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno said the Atlantic Asphalt tanker "lost control" and collided with a ship in the Mississippi River around 12:30 p.m. local time.
According to Moreno, between 180 and 190 passengers were present on the cruise ship when the accident occurred. All passengers were identified and 32 were taken to local hospitals for treatment, but none were seriously injured.
Some passengers left their personal belongings behind when they left the sinking ship and stayed in local hotels after the accident, CNN reported.
The mayor of New Orleans said city officials are working with organizations including the American Red Cross to provide lodging, transportation and medication for travelers.