Grounding - Shipwreck Log

LST-325

October 1, 2012 Paul Hancock

The LST-325 went aground on the Cumberland River near the Lake Barkely Lock, Kentucky. The former World War II tank landing craft was headed to its home port of Evensville, Indiana from Nashville, Tennesee with 42 crew on board when it travelled outside the navigation channel going aground. No reports of injuries or damage reported. The Coast Guard arrived on scene and will evaluate the refloating of the vessel. The LST-325 was deployed on Omaha Beach during the D-Day invasion at Normandy, France.

For now, LST 325 stuck near Kuttawa, Ky. (courierpress.com)
USS LST 325 docks in Clarkville at McGregor Park Boat Ramp (clarksvilleonline.com)

Gullmaj

September 28, 2012 Paul Hancock

The 92 meter long ro-ro ferry Gullmaj went aground between Finnsbo and Skår, Sweden. The ferry struck a rock after it suffered a malfunction to the vessel’s steering. The Gullmaj was able to refloat itself an hour later and proceeded back to port where passengers and vehicles were safely unloaded. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Gullmaj proceeded to a shipyard for further investigation. Reports state the malfunction was a problem with the propeller or rudder.

Two Ashore Off Valencia

September 28, 2012 Paul Hancock

BSLE Sunrise 4 — Photo: lasprovincias.es

The 118 meter long, 8250 dwt containter ship Celia and the 9742 dwt freighter BSLE Sunrise went aground near Valencia, Spain. Both vessels had been at anchor when a strong storm struck causing the anchors to drag until both ships were on the beach. No reports of damage, injuries or pollution released. Several tugs were on scene to pull the vessels off the beach. Reports state initial attempts to refloat the vessels were unsuccessful.