The 45 meter long, 538 gt tug Bulwark went aground in Nelson Bay, Alaska. The tug was attempting to anchor a barge when the tug struck bottom. The Bulwark was able to refloat itself later the same day. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released. The Bulwark remained anchored awaiting divers to conduct a survey of the vessel. The Coast Guard is conducting an investigation into the incident.
The 58 foot long fishing vessel Neptune 1 became disabled and went aground off Umnak Island, Alaska. The Neptune 1 had suffered engine failure and went adrift in 15 foot seas and 30 mph winds. The vessel sent out a distress call and the nearby fishing vessel Alaska Enterprise responded. The Enterprise relayed messages to the Coast Guard who dispatched a C-130 airplane and helicopter to the scene. The three crew on board put on their survival suits and were able to swim ashore. The helicopter arrived later and safely rescued the men. The three crewmen arrived safely at Unalaska. The Neptune 1 sits on the beach on the northwest side of the island. No reports of injuries. No reports of pollution being released, but there is diesel fuel still on board the vessel.
The 68 foot fishing vessel Heritage sank off Kodiak Island, Alaska in bad weather with 60 knots winds and 16 foot waves. A Jayhawk helicopter was heading to rescue an earlier wreck, see Part I, when it received the distress call from the Heritage. The helicopter proceed to the scene. At the same time, the 37 meter long fishing vessel Tuxedni, headed to the scene. The Tuxedni was able to rescue five crewman while the helicopter pulled two crewman from the water. All seven crewmen were wearing survival suits and reported to be in good condition. The Coast Guard is conducting an investigation into the incident.
