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Watch dozens of containers slide off a ship into a California port

Containers topple off a cargo ship at the Port of Long Beach on Tuesday in California.
Containers topple off a cargo ship at the Port of Long Beach on Tuesday in California.

  • More than 60 containers toppled off a vessel at California’s Port of Long Beach.
  • The containers fell off the Mississippi, an 837-foot-long, Portugal-flagged ship.
  • No injuries were reported from the incident.

Dozens of containers fell off a vessel docked at Southern California’s Port of Long Beach on Tuesday morning.

The US Coast Guard confirmed to Business Insider that it received a report about 67 shipping containers falling into the water.

The vessel in question was the Mississippi, an 837-foot Portugal-flagged ship, per a report by Reuters. According to data from Vessel Finder, a ship tracking platform, the ship is a year old and had arrived in Long Beach from Yantian, China, on Tuesday.

The Coast Guard told the AFP that the incident had occurred at about 9 a.m. local time on Tuesday, and no injuries had been reported.

A representative of the port did not respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.

67 containers toppled into the water surrounding the barge
Dozens of fallen shipping containers are seen next to the Portugal-registered ship Mississippi Madera at the Port of Long Beach on September 9, 2025 in Long Beach, California.
The Coast Guard confirmed to BI that 67 containers fell into the water.

Helicopter footage by ABC Los Angeles’ affiliate KABC showed dozens of containers floating in the waters surrounding the barge.

Some appeared to be half-submerged. Several containers that remained on the vessel had big dents.

Photos show a stack of leaning containers on the barge
Fallen shipping containers (L) are seen next to stacks of leaning containers on a vessel moored at the Port of Long Beach in Long Beach, California, on September 9, 2025.
A stack of leaning containers seen on the affected vessel.

Photos of the scene show that several containers that remained on the ship were leaning precariously off the ship.

AFP said in a report that while it was not clear what was in the containers, journalists on the ground saw shoes and clothes floating in the water.

Port of Long Beach is one of the US’s busiest ports
The containers were seen floating in the water at the port.
The containers were seen floating in the water at the port.

The incident happened at California’s Port of Long Beach, a 3,200-acre container port near Los Angeles. It is one of the busiest ports in the country.

Per its website, the port moves $300 billion worth of cargo annually. It has six container terminals and 73 gantry cranes.

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US-Russia Relations Present Threat to Export Industry, Says Lobbyist

Backroom deals and strategic contacts between embassies have underpinned a thriving export trade. However, a prominent lobbyist warns that President Biden’s interactions with Vladimir Putin could pose a significant threat to this industry, likening the potential fallout to an incoming “asteroid,” reports 24brussels.

The lobbyist’s insights come amid growing concerns within the export sector regarding the implications of US-Russia dynamics. As various sectors brace for impact, the lack of clarity in political relations continues to generate uncertainty for exporters.

Industry leaders are keen to understand the potential ramifications of Biden’s foreign policy moves, which many fear could disrupt established trade routes and partnerships. The warning signals indicate that existing arrangements could face challenges if the geopolitical landscape shifts dramatically.

Analysts suggest that businesses must remain vigilant and adaptive in the forthcoming months, as the changing tide of US-Russia relations may influence market conditions significantly. Concerns about potential sanctions and increased scrutiny on trade dealings with Russia are top-of-mind for decision-makers today.

In this evolving context, the lobbyist emphasizes the need for exporters to strategize effectively to navigate the intricate geopolitical web, ensuring that their operations remain resilient against external shocks. The ongoing dilemma highlights not only the fragility of global trade relations but also the persistent influence of international politics on local economies.

As developments unfold, the export industry watches closely, weighing its options amidst the potential implications of high-stakes diplomatic interactions. Shifts in policy and perception could redefine the pathways available to exporters, emphasizing the necessity for adaptability in these turbulent times.

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