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Month: October 2016

Taplow

Taplow

Taplow
Photo: USCG

The 56 foot long fishing vessel Taplow sank near Grays Harbor, Washington. The fishing vessel sent out a distress call after the fishing vessel had sprung a leak in the engine room. The crew reported the engine room was nearly flooded and the Taplow’s pumps had failed.

The Coast Guard dispatched helicopters and vessels to the scene and were able to deliver a de-watering pump. Even with the new pump, the flooding could not be brought under control. The crew and rescuers abandoned the Taplow as no further efforts could be made to save the fishing vessel.

Taplow
Photo: uscg

The Taplow sank in 300 feet of water. Reports state there was several hundred gallons of diesel fuel on board, but no pollution has been spotted.

 

Wenatchee

Wenatchee

Wenatchee
Photo: Washington State Ferries

The 140 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Wenatchee allided with the pier at Eagle Harbor, Bainbridge Island, Washington. Sailing on her normal schedule between Seattle and Bainbridge Island, the ferry failed to slow as it approached its berth. The Wenatchee struck hard enough to sustain a significant dent, but there was no damage to the pier. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Wenatchee was taken out of service for repairs. Reports state there was a failure with a computer on board controlling the propulsion drive resulting in the allision.

Wenatchee
Photo: Shipwrecklog.com
Star Zeta

Star Zeta

Star Zeta
Photo: maritimeherald.com

The 188 meter long, 52994 dwt bulk carrier Star Zeta ran aground on the Parana River near San Pedro, Argentina. Headed to Cape Town, South Africa from San Lorenzo, the ran on to a mud bank. Local authorities dispatched divers to survey the vessel for damages. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Reports state salvage operations have begun while authorities investigate the incident.