A DECOMMISSIONED submarine was
briefly put back into action in New York’s
Hudson River recently when the wake from
the docking 2,348-pax Norwegian Star
caused its supporting wharf to topple into
the water.
The sub, which now serves as a floating
museum, was closed to tourists at the time
and wasn’t overly damaged, reopening later
that day following quick repairs.
Norwegian Cruise Line said that strong
currents during the docking process forced
the awkward maneuvering which caused
the abnormal wake.
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