Orion Fire
The pilot vessel Orion had a fire in the engine room while at the Berg harbour in Voek van Holland, Netherlands. Local fire rescue crews were called out and were able to extinguish the blaze. No reports of injuries.
Pollution from the Miss Vidalina
Reports state the 90 foot fishing vessel Miss Vidalina had partially sank while docked at the marina on Stock Island, Florida. The vessel was leaking diesel fuel and oil waste int othe water. Authorities has responded by placing booms around the vessel and have personnel removing all remaining fuel and oil waste still aboard. The Coast Guard is conducting an investigation into the incident.
The Swami Disabled
The 90 meter long, 4304 dwt freighter Swami became disabled after suffering engine problems near Lista, Norway. The vessel contacted the rescue center at Sola for assistance. The rescue boat Peter Henry von Koss was dispatched and took the vessel under tow. The Swami was taken to the protected waters at Abelsnes where the vessel is at anchor. The Swami was scheduled to sail to Lithuania before the engine break down. No reports of injuries or pollution being released.
