The 183 meter long, 38529 dwt bulk carrier Turquoise Ocean ran aground on the Columbia River near Longview, Washington. The Turquoise Ocean was proceeding downriver from Longview with a cargo of potash when it suffered engine failure. The vessel ran aground on to a sandbank. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The bulk carrier was able to restore power and proceeded to Longview for inspection.