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Polar Wind

Polar Wind

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The 32 meter long tug Polar Wind went aground in Cold Bay, Alaska.  The tug was towing a barge with 90 containers when it struck by bad weather with 8 foot seas and winds reaching 40 miles per hour.   The crew contacted the Coast Guard who dispatched a helicopter the scene.  The helicopter was able to winch all five crewmen to safety.  The Coast Guard will monitor the situation for any pollution released.  Reports state the Polar Wind has suffered some water ingress.  No details on the status of the barge.

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Merwedijk

Merwedijk

 

The 132 meter long, 82908 dwt container ship Merwedijk became disabled at Cuxhaven.   The container ship had left the quay bound for Rotterdam when it suffered engine failure and power blackout.   The Merwedijk attempted to slow down by dropping anchor but drifted into a jetty.   The jetty was damaged in the allision while the Merwedijk sustained minimal damage.   No reports of injuries or pollution released.   The Merwedijk was allowed to continue its voyage the next day.

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Lori Ann

Lori Ann

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The 77 foot long fishing vessel Lori Ann went aground  in the harbour at New Bedford, Massachusetts.  The vessel had been blown free from its mooring during heavy gales and went hard aground near the hurricane barrier.   A tug was requested and attempted to refloat the Lori Ann during the next high tide.  However, the high winds and shallow water kept the fishing vessel stuck in the mud.   The Lori Ann’s fuel and water will be removed before another salvage attempt will be made.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.

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