Chalmette Ferry suspended ‘several days’ after overnight collision with tugboat, RTA says

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The Chalmette-Lower Algiers ferry service will be suspended “several days” following an overnight maritime accident unrelated to Friday’s earlier crash between a tanker and riverboat on the Mississippi River, the RTA said Saturday (Nov. 14).

The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority said a tugboat pushing barges struck and damaged the Thomas Jefferson ferry, causing damage to its stern.

No injuries have been reported.

The RTA said the Thomas Jefferson must undergo repairs and inspections before it can return to passenger service.

“Repairs are expected to take several days and a service restoration date has not yet been confirmed,” the RTA said in a statement. “Riders are encouraged to use alternate routes and allow additional travel time.”

For the latest service information, customers are advised to visit www.norta.com, check the LePass app, or call Rideline at (504) 248-3900.

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