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Month: April 2018

Jack Daniel

Jack Daniel

Jack Daniel
Photo: rappler.com

The 795 gt ro-ro passenger ferry Jack Daniel ran aground near Barangay Rawis, Albay, Philippines.  The Jack Daniel departed from Pantao, Libon when it ran aground some 1.2 kilometers off the shoreline. Reports state the crew had made a navigation error resulting in driving the ferry up onto a coral reef. A dive team was dispatched to inspect the Jack Daniel for damage.  No signs of pollution has been spotted.  Authorities have stated the Jack Daniel will most likely be pulled free on the next high tide.  No reports of injuries to the 24 crew on board.

Jay Patricia

Jay Patricia

Jay Patricia
Photo: gisborneherald.co.nz

The fishing vessel Jay Patricia ran aground just of the beach near the mouth of the Waipaoa River, New Zealand. The long-liner was returning to Gisborne after a fishing trip when it became stuck on a sandbar. Reports state the Jay Patricia will be pulled free on the next high tide by a harbour tug. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Maavaa Star

Maavaa Star

Maavaa Star
Photo: Maldives National Defense Force

On April 22, the 100 foot long cargo vessel Maavaa Star sank in the Indian Ocean off Vaavu Atoll, Maldives. The fully laden cargo vessel had run aground on a patch reef near Fulidhoo Island. The vessel contacted authorities and were later rescued. No reports of injuries to the 5 persons on board at the time. No further details reported.