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Collision off Myodo Island

Collision off Myodo Island

Yeosu Myodo Island Collision
Photo: netongs.com

On the evening of October 1, a 1 ton fishing vessel (name not disclosed) collided with a 20 ton fishing vessel (name not disclosed) in Gwangyang Bay near Myodo Island, Yeosu, South Korea. The collision resulted in the smaller 1 ton fishing vessel to eventually sink. The 2 crew members on board suffered minor injuries from the incident.  The larger fishing vessel sustained minor damage to its bow. The South Korean Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the incident. Initial reports suggest the collision was due to poor visibility.

 

 

Sana

Sana

Sana

On the afternoon of September 24, the 68 meter long bulk carrier Sana (IMO: 9072642) partially sank in the Persian Gulf 2 miles south of Kish Island, Iran. The Sana loaded with 2,500 tons of white cement was on a voyage from Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates to Shuaiba, Kuwait when it suffered uncontrolled water ingress. The crew alerted authorities the vessel had developed a sharp list and was sinking.

Reports state Iranian authorities were able to rescue all 9 crew safely.  No reports of injuries. The cause of the water ingress was not disclosed. Iranian authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. There was some concern the Sana could impact the local environment if pollution is released.

Capsized off Busan

Capsized off Busan

79 ton Fishing Vessel
Photo: yna.co.kr

On the afternoon of September 19,  a 79 ton fishing vessel (name not disclosed) capsized and sank in the Sea of Japan some 61.6 kilometers east of Busan, South Korea. The fishing vessel had been attempting to haul in fishing nets when it lost stability and capsized.  The fishing vessel’s EPIRB alerted South Korean authorities who launched a search and rescue operation. A nearby fishing vessel was able to rescue 7 crew members with one crew member listed as missing. The captain of the fishing vessel was found, but had suffered cardiac arrest.  A Coast Guard helicopter airlifted him and took him ashore for medical treatment.  Authorities stated he did not recover and later died while in hospital.

The South Korean Coast Guard searched the area near where the fishing vessel sank for the missing crew member using patrol ships and aircraft, but were not successful in finding the sailor. Reports stated the missing crew member was not wearing a life jacket. Authorities have talked to the crew who state the capsizing was caused by the vessel turning while the net was being pulled in. The incident is under investigation.