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Month: December 2013

Maria GO 20

Maria GO 20

Photo: KNRM
Photo: KNRM

The 39 meter long fishing vessel Maria GO 20 went aground near Stellendam, Netherlands. The fishing vessel was coming in from the North Sea to seek shelter from the heavy seas and strong winds when it grounded in the Slijkgat.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Stellendam KNRM lifeboat responded to scene.  The lifeboat’s first attempt to refloat the Maria failed.  The lifeboat waited a few hours until the rising tide and was able to refloat the Maria.  The Maria was later inspected for damage.

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Trollfjord

Trollfjord

photo: nordlys.no
photo: nordlys.no

The 135 meter long passenger ferry Trollfjord struck the bridge at Tromsø, Norway. The Trollfjord had departed from Tromsø and turned north with it hit the bridge with its stern.  Afterwards, the ferry returned to Tromsø where inspection found a large dent, but no water ingress.  One passenger of the 317 on board was taken to hospital with a minor injury.  Traffic on the Tromsø Bridge was halted so it could be inspected.  Reports state the bridge had only slight damage.  Authorities tested the officer on duty for alcohol and launched an investigation into the incident.


 

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Seaways Corona

Seaways Corona

Photo: hd.se
Photo: hd.se

The 187 meter long, 11700 dwt ro-ro car ferry Seaways Corona caught fire while en route from Frederica to Copenhagen.  The fire started on the main deck and the vessel sent out a distress call.  Before any rescue vessel could reach the scene, the crew was able to douse the blaze using the automated sprinkler system.  The ferry altered its course and headed to Helsingborg as they investigated the cause of the fire.  The ferry arrived at the Helsingborg pier a short time later.  While at the pier, the fire reignited, but the crew with assistance from the local fire brigade was able to extinguish it an hour later.  Reports state the fire fighting was hampered by the cramp conditions between containers and trailers along with the heavy smoke.  There was also a concern as many containers had hazardous goods.  No injuries to the 24 people on board.  The Seaways Corona suffered slight damage and was slated to leave the following day after being inspected.


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