Viking Mississippi cruise ship detours to Owensboro due to high water

Viking Mississippi cruise ship detours to Owensboro due to high water

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) -- A few luxury cruisers unexpectedly docked in Owensboro for the morning. High water levels on the Mississippi River forced a last minute detour for Viking Mississippi passengers. The Viking Mississippi was originally headed to Saint Paul, Minnesota, but will dock in Louisville, Ky. Officials say the cruise ship is the second largest boat to ever sail the Ohio River. Over 380 passengers had the opportunity to tour the Blue…