Shipwreck Log

The 17 meter long fishing vessel L’Ecume II ran aground in the English Channel near St Aubin’s Fort, Jersey. The L’Ecume II had stranded during the low tide and was left high and dry on the sand. Local fire fighters and a lifeboat arrived on scene and help secure the fishing vessel. No reports of injuries to the 2 crew on board the L’Ecume II. The L’Ecume II was later refloated on the high tide. No reports of damage or pollution released. The cause of the grounding is under investigation.