Tugs collide, one sinks during high-water conditions near Memphis

摘要

A tugboat sank after colliding with another tug near Memphis, Tenn., as the Mississippi River rose toward flood stage in December. The 184-foot William E. Strait's hull was damaged and the tug sank in 20 feet of water. The vessel, owned by Western Rivers Boat Management in Kentucky, had collided with the 106-foot Margaret Ann while theyattempt-ed to pass one another on Dec. 14. Margaret Ann is owned by Magnolia Marine Transport.