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Strand Disabled

December 18, 2011 | Disabled

The 76 meter long, 446 dwt ro-ro ferry Strand became disabled after suffering engine problems while off Ranavik, Norway.   The ferry had lost power to one of it’s propellers and was beginning to drift.   The Strand contacted the Rescue Coordination Centre who dispatched a Coast Guard vessel to the scene.  The speedboat Teisten also responded and assisted the Strand back to Sunde.  No reports of injuries to the 14 passengers or crew on board.  No damage or pollution reported.  The Strand was reported to be taken to a shipyard for repairs.

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Sparta Off Anarctica

December 15, 2011 | Damaged

The 55 meter long, 371 dwt fishing vessel Sparta suffered water ingress after the vessel’s hull was holed while off Anarctica.  The crew was able to keep the water ingress in check with pumps.   No reports of injuries to the 32 crew on board.   Two other vessels are proceeding to the scene, but ice and conditions have made progress slow.  An icebreaker has been dispatched to the scene, but may take six or more days to reach the Sparta.   Reports state the crew have requested an additional pump to assist in repairs.

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Skarsjø Fire

December 12, 2011 | Fire

The 27 meter long fishing vessel Skarsjø suffered a fire while berthed at Ballstad, Norway.  The fire started in the kitchen when the only crewman on board discovered the blaze.  The crewman quickly closed the doors and limited the fire before contacting local authorities.   The local fire department arrived on scene and the fire was quickly extinguished.  The crewman suffered some smoke inhalation and was treated by local ambulance personnel.   The exact cause of the fire was not reported.

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