The 157 meter long, 12830 dwt ro-ro cargo vessel Super Shuttle Roro 10 ran aground off Ouano wharf, Mandaue City, Cebu, Philippines. The Super Shuttle Roro 10 had departed from the wharf heading for Cagayan de Oro City when it became stuck in shallow water at low tide. The cargo vessel was later released on the rising tide and towed back to Ouano to be inspected for damage. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
On January 10, the 30 foot long fishing vessel Day Island ran ashore off Ventura City, California. The fishing vessel had washed onto the beach with three crew on board. The crew were safely rescued by local firefighters. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. A few days later, Authorities hired a salvage team to remove the diesel fuel on board the Day Island along with any cargo on board. The owner of the Day Island later released rights to the vessel to state authorities. Reports state the vessel was to be refloated initially, but now will be dismantled on the beach.
The 107 meter long, 7,0001 dwt cargo vessel City ran aground on the breakwater at Sakata, Honshu, Japan. The City was en route to Funakawa from Akita in rough weather when it approached the port of Sakata. The City was pulled by strong currents and winds causing the vessel to strike the breakwater and run aground. The City sustained hull damage with breaches below the waterline allowing water ingress. The City listed over to starboard and partially sank. Authorities dispatched a helicopter to the scene and was able to hoist all 18 crew to safety. No reports of injuries. Reports state the vessel may be salvaged when conditions improve. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
