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Month: October 2013

Two Ashore on Kuril Islands

Two Ashore on Kuril Islands

LIVADIA

The 107 meter long, 8037 dwt freighter Livadia went aground on Iturup Island.  The vessel was attempting to seek shelter from typhoon Wipha when it went ashore.  No reports of injuries and no damage.   Reports state the vessel remains high and dry on the beach.  A salvage tug was dispatched to the scene.

VARANDEY

The 72 meter long, 1322 dwt freighter Varandey was intentionally grounded off the shore of Paramushir Island. No reports of injuries and no damage.  Vessel was reported to be resting in shallow water on a sandy bottom.

 

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Spirit of Fiji

Spirit of Fiji

 

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On October 11, 2031, the 2267 dwt ro-ro ferry Spirit of Fiji Islands caught fire while in the Luzon Strait.  The crew was unable to control the blaze and all 19 crew on board abandoned ship.  No reports of injuries.  The ferry was last reported on fire and  adrift.  No further details reported.

Cheng Lu 15

Cheng Lu 15

Photo: Pohang Coast Guard

Photo: Pohang Coast Guard

The 139 meter long, 13567 dwt freighter Cheng Lu 15 sank off  Pohang Republic of Korea.  The Cheng Lu 15 had been at anchor when it was struck by strong winds and rough seas.  The waves push the Cheng Lu 15 against the seawall and soon after sank.   Authorities attempted to reach the vessel, but were hampered by the severe conditions.  When rescuers got to the scene, the vessel was nearly completely submerged.   Initial reports stated that all 19 crewmen on board were missing, but later 1 body was discovered.  Authorities report that the Cheng Lu 15 was in ballast and had been scheduled to depart for Japan.  Korean authorities continue search and rescue operations.

 

 

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