Originally Posted by Crash_Pad
Knowing the ship's momentum too enormous to reverse, why did they not hold steady course? When power was restored, why did they not power up on a safe heading - knowing reverse could not save the day? No headway, no steerage. But, what do I know? Holiday Express was full last night.....

The “expert” talking heads on this are brutal. I just listened to an “expert” say the wind moved the ship.

A few things happen in reverse. First is you slow down. Second is your stern walks depending on a rh or lh screw.
I would also not be surprised if the report of tossing the anchor was false.

Like most reporting immediately after incidents, most of it turns out wrong.


I also don’t buy that they shut down the bridge to traffic. Zero time for that. They got lucky due to the time of day.