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43 minutes ago, bolverk said:

Investigators are looking at why the boat was going in reverse and why it sped up toward the bridge.

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If they were stuck in reverse and the tidal current is quickly moving them backwards to the bridge, maybe the only quick option is to increase speed in an attempt to turn around. Speeding up so you can ultimately slow down or get away.

While it's not as glamorous of an exit, having 2+ tugboats take you out of the river/harbor/whatever would be the safest. Ships are more in danger in harbors than on the open ocean.

Still a lot of facts unknown. 

On the topic of a Tall Ship parade, major gatherings are rare events. I would love to see one someday.

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44 minutes ago, Nice Guy Eddie said:

If they were stuck in reverse and the tidal current is quickly moving them backwards to the bridge, maybe the only quick option is to increase speed in an attempt to turn around. Speeding up so you can ultimately slow down or get away.

While it's not as glamorous of an exit, having 2+ tugboats take you out of the river/harbor/whatever would be the safest. Ships are more in danger in harbors than on the open ocean.

Still a lot of facts unknown. 

On the topic of a Tall Ship parade, major gatherings are rare events. I would love to see one someday.

I think the saying is "ships and sailors rot in port."

I think you'll have a pretty good opportunity for a tall ship parade on 7/4/26, if you're in New York.

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