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Day: October 23, 2012

M/L Sulna Express

M/L Sulna Express

The 16 ton wooden-hulled ferry M/L Sulna Express went aground in the Manalik Channel near Tawi-Tawi, Philippines.  The vessel was en route to Bongao when it was pushed off course due to strong current and high winds.  The 20 passengers and five crew were later rescued by another vessel who was dispatched by the Philippine Coast Guard.  Reports state the vessel was only permitted to carry cargo only.   No reports of injuries or pollution released.

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Snowdonia

Snowdonia

The fishing vessel Snowdonia sank near Kikeel Harbour, Ireland.  The Snowdonia had sent out a distress call to the RNLI before the two crew abandoned ship before  going into the water.  Luckily, another fishing vessel was nearby and pulled the men from the cold water.  The RNLIL lifeboat from Kikeeland and a Coast Guard helicopter were dispatched to the scene.  The lifeboat reached the two men first providing aid to the men until the helicopter arrived.  The men were airlifted and taken to hospital for treatment.

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