The 20 meter long fishing vessel Pelorus Jack became disabled in the English Channel off the coast of Belgium. The Pelorus Jack was taken under tow by a tug and proceeded to Nieuwpoort, Belgium. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
The support vessel went aground near San Jose Island, Texas. The vessel had some 8,000 gallons of fuel on board at the time. No reports of injuries to the 4 crew on board, no damage or pollution released. The Coast Guard dispatched a rescue boat and helicopter to the scene. Reports state the owners and authorities are coordinating salvage efforts.
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The 100 meter long, 5846 dwt tanker Fjordstraum allided with pilings on the Kiel Canal near Kudensee, Germany. The Fjordstraum was attempting to moor when it struck the pilings. The Fjordstraum was undamaged, but the pilings were severely damaged. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Fjordstraum was able to proceed and locked through the canal later the same day.
