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Freya

February 1, 2020 | Grounding
Freya
photo: bt.no

On January 31, the 45 meter long, 250 dwt expedition vessel Freya ran aground on a reef near Askvoll, Norway. The Freya was proceeding to Florø with 9 crew on board when it struck the Flatøyna reef. Unable to free herself, the crew requested assistance. A NSSR lifeboat from Måløy was dispatched to the scene and was able to pull the Freya free on the rising tide. No reports of injuries. The Freya was able to proceed under her own power to Florø where it was later surveyed. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. No reports of pollution released.

Fishhawk

February 5, 2019 | Grounding
Fishhawk
Photo: uscg

On February 3, the 64 foot long tugboat Fishhawk went aground in the Sinclair Inlet near Port Orchard, Washington. The Fishhawk had been berthed at a nearby marina when 40 knot winds and 3 foot waves broke its mooring lines.  Winds blew the vessel along the shoreline until it grounded on a sandbank.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  The Fishhawk’s owners have stated the vessel would be refloated on the next high tide.

Fishing Vessel Fire

January 24, 2019 | Fire

On January 17, an 85 tonne fishing vessel caught fire off the coast of Narodo Island, South Korea. Authorities were alerted and dispatched a patrol boat to the scene. Authorities were able to extinguish the blaze, but the fishing vessel sustained significant damage to its stern.  One of the 12 crew on board suffered burns from the fire and was taken to hospital. Two crew were listed as missing. Reports state the men may have jumped overboard right after the fire broke out.  Authorities have not released the name of the fishing vessel.

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