Two Mikes

Two Mikes

The 48 foot fishing vessel Two Mikes ran aground near to the north jetty at Newport, Oregon.   The fishing vessel was attempting to enter the mouth of the Yaquina Bay when it stranded on the rocks next to the jetty.   One crewman jumped from the Two Mikes onto the jetty while the other jumped, but landed into the water.   Both crewmen reached shore where they were treated for minor injuries.   Waves pounded the Two Mikes against the jetty until the vessel partially submerged.   An oil sheen formed around the vessel as diesel fuel leaked from the tanks.   The fishing vessel had some 2000 gallons of fuel on board at the time.   A boom was placed around the vessel to contain any pollution released.   Reports state the vessel’s radar had been malfunctioning  at the time of the incident.   The Coast Guard is conducting an investigation into the incident.

Video about the incident

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MSC Flaminia Update

MSC Flaminia Update

The firefighting operations at MSC FLAMINIA continue, the second firefighting tugboat ANGLIAN SOVEREIGN arrived this morning at the site of the incident. The third, CARLO MAGNO, is expected on site Saturday noon. After the arrival of the second firefighting tugboat, a party of four salvage specialists has boarded MSC FLAMINIA. The team was able to reactivate the ship’s own fire fighting system. It is now additionally supporting the firefighting operations of both tugboats. Due to damaged cargo and extinguishing water the ship is listing by 8.5 degrees. The extent of the damage onboard our MSC FLAMINIA is considerable. Cargo holds 4 – where the fire originated from -, 5 and 6 are demolished. According to salvage specialists cargo hold 7, which is located adjacent to the superstructure, is not on fire. The superstructure itself, the engine room as well as bow and stern – including the steering gear – are all not affected by the fire.

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Rescue Craft Aground

Rescue Craft Aground

Photo: dailymail.co.uk

Two rescue craft went aground near the harbour at Aberdeen, Scotland.   The first boat had been launched by the 82 meter long supply vessel Grampian Talisker when the boat lost power.   The boat drifted until was aground on the rocks near the shoreline.   A second boat was launched to come to the aid of the first.   However, the second boat also ran aground as the tide receded.  No reports of injuries to the eight crewmen on board the two boats.   Reports state the boat was performing a routine exercise.   The vessels will be recovered when sea conditions allow.

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