The 292 meter long, 175181 dwt bulk freighter Greta Selmer went aground on the St. Lawrence River near Sainte-Pétronille, Quebec. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The vessel was later refloated and proceeded to Sept-Iles where it was inspected. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
The 224 foot long minesweeper USS Guardian went aground on Tubattaha Reef in the Philippines. The USS Guardian had departed from Subic Bay and was crossing the Sulu Sea toward Puerto Princesa City when the naval ship struck the reef. Initial inspection found no leaks and no pollution released. At least 10 meters of the reef was damaged by the grounding. No reports of injuries to the 81 sailors on board. Weather has hampered refloating efforts.
The 78 meter long, 3099 dwt freighter Sea Blue went aground off Sharjah, UAE. The Sea Blue had departed from Dubai in bad weather bound for several ports along the East Africa. The vessel only traveled a short distance when it had suffered engine failure. Pushed by wind and waves, the Sea Blue quickly went ashore. No reports of injuries to the 11 crew on board. Conflicting reports state the vessel may be dismantled on site or will be later refloated.
