Saint Nicolas

Saint Nicolas

Photo: lavoixdunord.fr
Photo: lavoixdunord.fr

The 23 meter long fishing vessel Saint Nicolas BL 788028 went aground near Boulogne, France.  The Saint Nicolas had become disabled when its propeller was damaged when the vessel struck a drifting object.  The fishing vessel was taken under tow by another trawler, the Savior de Monde.  As both vessels headed to Boulogne in the heavy seas and strong winds, the towline broke.  The waves quickly pushed the Saint Nicolas ashore.  Authorities dispatched a helicopter to the scene.  The helicopter was able to winch up the five crew members to safety.  No reports of injuries.

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Maria GO 20

Maria GO 20

Photo: KNRM
Photo: KNRM

The 39 meter long fishing vessel Maria GO 20 went aground near Stellendam, Netherlands. The fishing vessel was coming in from the North Sea to seek shelter from the heavy seas and strong winds when it grounded in the Slijkgat.  No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Stellendam KNRM lifeboat responded to scene.  The lifeboat’s first attempt to refloat the Maria failed.  The lifeboat waited a few hours until the rising tide and was able to refloat the Maria.  The Maria was later inspected for damage.

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Trollfjord

Trollfjord

photo: nordlys.no
photo: nordlys.no

The 135 meter long passenger ferry Trollfjord struck the bridge at Tromsø, Norway. The Trollfjord had departed from Tromsø and turned north with it hit the bridge with its stern.  Afterwards, the ferry returned to Tromsø where inspection found a large dent, but no water ingress.  One passenger of the 317 on board was taken to hospital with a minor injury.  Traffic on the Tromsø Bridge was halted so it could be inspected.  Reports state the bridge had only slight damage.  Authorities tested the officer on duty for alcohol and launched an investigation into the incident.


 

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