The passenger ship Weesam Express 6 went aground off Bantolinao Point near Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines.  The Weesam Express 6 was en route to Cebu from Ormoc when it grounded due to the high winds and strong currents.  The Philippine Coast Guard dispatched a rescue vessel to the scene. The Weesam Express 7, sister ship of the Weesam Express 6, changed course to the area to help refloat the stranded vessel.  The Weesam Express 6 was later refloated the same day and escorted to Cebu.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

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