Belle Of Cincinnati Makes Unplanned Stop In Vevay

Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at 7:26 AM

By Jeff Craig Fire Department release

Jeff Craig Fire Department photo

On it's way to Louisville for the Great Steamboat Race

The Jeff Craig Fire Department  responded to Ogle Park last evening to assist the Belle of Cincinnati.

A valve issue caused them to lose the on board fresh water and tankers were used to fill 8000 gallons.

(Jeff Craig Fire Department Photo)

Without assistance the Belle and it's 200 passengers would not been able to continue their voyage to Louisville.

The vessel was in route to Louisville to take part in the Kentucky Derby Great Steamboat Race tomorrow.

More from Local News

Events

Local News

Historic Madison, Inc. Honors Its Volunteers at Volunteer Recognition Night

Last year, HMI volunteers gave more than 1,925 hours of service equaling more than $64,500 in impact.

Local Sports

Local Sports for Jan 30, 2025

Any missing scores or to report a score email news @953wiki.com

Local Sports for Jan 29,2025

Any missing scores or to report a score email news@953wiki.com

ORVC Weekly Report Summary (January 20 – 25) 2025

Congratulations to all the area athletes