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Lady Anna

Lady Anna

Lady Anna
Photo: nzherald.co.nz

The 15 meter long fishing vessel Lady Anna capsized at the mouth of the Grey River, New Zealand.  The fishing vessel was struggling in heavy seas and strong winds when it capsized.  Two crewmen were rescued and taken to hospital for treatment.  A third crewmen perished and his body was later recovered.   The Lady Anna was pushed up the Grey River where is grounded and is partially surbmerged. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

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Hong Xiang 29

Hong Xiang 29

The 115 meter long freighter Hong Xiang 29 sank in Bohai Bay near Longkou, China.  The Hong Xiang 29 was proceeding to Taizhou from Tianjin when it capsized and sank suddenly in strong winds.  One of the 14 crewmen on board was survived and rescued by authorities.  Search and rescue boats have retrieved 12 bodies.  No further details reported.

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MV Maria Angelica Grace

MV Maria Angelica Grace

The ro-ro cargo vessel Maria Angelica Grace capsized and sank  near Mandaue City, Philippines.  The vessel had moored at a pier when a larger vessel passed the dock.   The resulting wake caused the vessel to list and lose stability.   No reports of injuries to the 18 crew and 7 drivers who were on board at the time.   There were several trucks loaded with cargo of rice and sugar in the hold at the time of the incident.  The Coast Guard responded to the scene and placed booms around the Maria Angelica to contain any pollution released.   Reports state there was some 8,000 litres of diesel fuel on board .

 

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