The 292 meter long, 175181 dwt bulk freighter Greta Selmer went aground on the St. Lawrence River near Sainte-Pétronille, Quebec. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The vessel was later refloated and proceeded to Sept-Iles where it was inspected. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
The 224 foot long minesweeper USS Guardian went aground on Tubattaha Reef in the Philippines. The USS Guardian had departed from Subic Bay and was crossing the Sulu Sea toward Puerto Princesa City when the naval ship struck the reef. Initial inspection found no leaks and no pollution released. At least 10 meters of the reef was damaged by the grounding. No reports of injuries to the 81 sailors on board. Weather has hampered refloating efforts.
The 20 meter long fishing vessel Amy Harris caught fire off the Isle of Arran, Scotland. The fire started in the vessel’s engine room and cutoff the crew from wheelhouse. The crew was able to contact the Coastguard by a mobile phone. A helicopter was dispatched to the scene. The four crew were winched to safety and were taken to Campbeltown. No reports of injuries. Reports state the authorities were monitoring the adrift fishing vessel. No further details reported.
