The 24 meter long fishing vessel Klazina became disabled near Sylt, Germany. The Klazina had suffered engine damage and the vessel had gone adrift. The crew requested assistance with the DGzRS responding. The DGzRS dispatched a lifeboat to the scene. The lifeboat was able to take the Klazina under tow and proceeded safely to Havneby. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
The 45 meter long chemical tanker Zebron went aground off Akers Runö near Stockholm, Sweden. The authorities were alerted and the Swedish Coast Guard responded sending aircraft and rescue boats to the scene. The Zebron was found hard aground, but no injuries, damage or pollution released. The Zebron was proceeding in ballast with only 32 tons of bunker oil on board. Reports state that alcohol may have been a factor why the vessel went aground. The water police has launched an investigation into the incident.
The 28 meter long fishing vessel Zhejiang went aground on the Yangtze River. The vessel had suffered water ingress and the crew requested assistance. Authorities dispatched helicopters and rescue craft to the scene. All 9 crew were safely rescued. No further details reported.