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Unlucky at Argentia

Unlucky at Argentia

Reports state the 127 meter long, 7,541 dwt boxship Reykjafoss went aground on arrival to Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada.   While there were no injuries, the vessel will require assistance to be freed.   Cargo slated for Reykjafoss has been transferred to another vessel.   Earilier on April 30, the Reykajfoss became disabled just ouside Argentia.    The vessel was sailing for Norfolk, Virginia when it struck an object damaging the propeller and knocking out the main engine.   The Reykajfoss had to be towed back Argentia where the cargo was unloaded.

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CCGS assist Newfoundland Fishing Vessels

CCGS assist Newfoundland Fishing Vessels

The fishing vessels Ocean Quell and Atlantic Rover required assistance from the Canada Coast Guard off the coast of Newfoundland.  The 11 meter long Atlantic Rover contacted the Coast Guard that the vessel was taking on water.   A search and rescue helicopter from Gander, Newfoundland reached the Atlantic Rover.    The helicopter lowered a pump to the three men on board.   The pump kept the water ingress in check until it could reach port under it’s own power.   The 50 foot long fishing vessel Ocean Quell reported that it had water ingress and needed assistance while off the coast near St. Anthony, Newfoundland.    The helicopter and the CCGS Henry Larsen was sent out.    The helicopter was able to lower multiple pumps along with 2 search and rescue technicians.   However, the pumps were not able to stop the water ingress and the Ocean Quell had to be abandoned.    All five crewmen were safely evacuated to the Henry Larsen.   No reports of injuries reported.

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Kong Harald Damaged

Kong Harald Damaged

Reports state the 122 meter long, 902 dwt passenger ship Kong Harald  had damaged its hull while crossing the Lepsøyrevet.    The Kong Harald had left Alesund with 226 people on board heading towards Molde, Norway.   When the vessel reached midway, it struck bottom.   The Lepsøyrevet area has shallow areas of 5.4 meters deep at low tide while the Kong Harald hull reaches 5 meters underwater.    When divers did an inspection, the damage was significant with two bottom tanks holed.  Passengers were informed they would be transferred to other forms of transport including bus, plane or ship.  Many passengers had planned a 11 day cruise of the Norwegian coast on the Kong Harald.  The Kong Harald is set to be dry docked for repairs.   No reports of injuries or pollution being reported.

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