The 88 meter long , 3002 dwt cargo vessel Rix Alliance ran aground off the port of Wolgast, Germany. The Rix Alliance was attempting to pass by the stranded Samia B at the entrance of the Peene River when it ran aground. The cargo vessel was able to refloat itself a short time later and proceeded to Peenemünde to be inspected. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Reports state the grounding was due to a navigational error.
The 75 meter long, 1529 dwt cargo vessel Samia B ran aground near Wolgast, Germany. The Samia B was entering the Peene River when it ran aground after a navigational error. The Samia B was unable to refloat itself and requested assistance. The lifeboat Eugen arrived on scene and was able to refloat the cargo vessel the following day. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The Samia B proceeded to Wolgast.
On August 30, the 65 meter long, 1390 dwt tanker Virginia G ran aground near Dakar, Senegal. The Virginia G had been moored behind the lee of Goree Island when heavy swells broke the vessel’s lines. The tanker drifted until it ran ashore onto Mbattal beach. No reports of injuries. The Virginia G had been waiting for repairs at the time. Reports state some looting had occurred and authorities have placed security around the vessel.
