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All passengers and crew on New Orleans paddleboat survive crash with tanker on Mississippi River
By David Robinson
Investigation says understaffing and unexpected fire behavior led to firefighter deaths
David Robinson
David Robinson
Reporter · Lancaster, PA
David graduated from Franklin & Marshall College and has been a community journalist for over 8 years, previously working at the Lancaster Examiner. He focuses on the heart of Lancaster, covering local events, festivals, and community initiatives.
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