An underground cave tour boat along the Erie Canal experienced a mishap as it capsized in Lockport, New York, as reported by the local police on Monday. Multiple agencies are currently responding to the incident, with surrounding streets closed for expeditious rescuer access. The incident remains ongoing, with officials diligently working to ensure everyone's safety.
The capsized boat was touring the renowned Lockport Cave, situated roughly 20 miles east of Niagara Falls and close to the US-Canada border. The Lockport Cave and Underground Boat Tour takes visitors on a remarkable journey through the Erie Canal's fascinating underground cave.
As per the company's website, passengers have described the boat ride as a 'peaceful and eerie' experience, as they venture through lifeless waters, illuminated by sporadic electric lights. The atmospheric cave boasts a consistent 55-degree temperature and water depths of two to four feet.
This underground cave is a small part of the historic Erie Canal. The canal, originally constructed in 1825, serves as an essential waterway linking the Great Lakes and the Atlantic Ocean.
