Alaskan Cruise Ship Breaks Loose Amid Sudden Storm
JUNEAU, Alaska – A massive cruise ship broke loose from its moorings Monday when a sudden squall swept through an Alaskan port. The dramatic scene involving the Celebrity Edge ship was caught on video by stunned witnesses in Juneau.
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The video, shared by Storyful, shows the ship swaying heavily in the harbor, battered by strong winds and waves. Moments later, the ship’s mooring lines snapped, causing it to drift out into Gastineau Channel.
Gusty Winds Blamed
The National Weather Service reported wind gusts of up to 60 mph in the area as the storm moved through. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and officials confirmed that there was no damage to the ship.
Video footage captured the chaos as the Alaska cruise ship broke free during the unexpected storm, highlighting the unpredictable weather conditions that can occur in the region.
Video Credit: Alex Davison via Storyful
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