Submarine, Cruiser Collide Off US East Coast

October 15, 2012

'USS Montpelier' arrives at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay & 'USS San Jacinto' at Naval Station Mayport to assess collision damage.

There were no injuries reported after a U.S. Navy submarine and an Aegis cruiser collided earlier off the coast of the Eastern United States .


The propulsion plant of the submarine was unaffected by this collision, and both vessels made it to port under their own power. 



Aegis cruiser USS San Jacinto: Photo credit USN
Aegis cruiser USS San Jacinto: Photo credit USN

The two warships were conducting routine training at the time of the accident.

An investigation into the accident is underway.


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