Now that all passengers and most of the crew have left the grounded Branson Belle, a few details about the evening are emerging.
To recap: The Branson Belle lost power and was grounded near Poverty Point last night during high winds. Passengers had to spend the night aboard the boat, sleeping under tables or on chairs. Evacuation began about 8 this morning, and the last passengers left the boat about three and a half hours later.
To read more:
http://www.news-leader.com/article/...001/Branson-Belle-unloading-to-begin-at-8-a-m-
To recap: The Branson Belle lost power and was grounded near Poverty Point last night during high winds. Passengers had to spend the night aboard the boat, sleeping under tables or on chairs. Evacuation began about 8 this morning, and the last passengers left the boat about three and a half hours later.
To read more:
http://www.news-leader.com/article/...001/Branson-Belle-unloading-to-begin-at-8-a-m-