The 140 meter long, 11500 dwt freighter Aoli 6 went aground off San Fernando, Luzon, Philippines. The master of the Aoli 6 made a navigation error after a miscommunication with the harbor pilot. The vessel was unable to free itself and has requested assistance to be refloated. Divers has inspected the hull and found no damage. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Aoli 6 was scheduled to deliver a cargo of 9097 tons of chrome ore to a port in China.
The 55 foot long fishing vessel Atlantic Endeavour was blown ashore near Cow Head, Newfoundland. The fishing vessel was caught in a severe storm with 40 knot winds and 4 meter high waves. The two crew on board sent out a distress call as the vessel struck a rocky shoal and began to take on water. The men took to the life raft tethered to the vessel waiting for rescue. Authorities dispatched a helicopter to the scene who winched the two men to safety. No reports of injuries.
The 50 meter long, 204 dwt passenger vessel Aeroeskoebing went aground on a sandbank between Svendborg and Ærøskøbing, Denmark. The passenger ship was stuck for 18 hours until the tide returned allowing it to refloat itself free. No reports of injuries to the crew or the 148 passengers on board. The Aeroeskoebing was able to proceed to Ærøskøbing, Denmark under its own power. No reports of damage or pollution being released.
