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Kwang Ja Ho

Kwang Ja Ho

Kwang Ja Ho

The 96 meter long, 2523 dwt fishing vessel Kwang Ja Ho went aground just off the coast of Antarctica.  The fishing vessel was loaded with 817  tons of krill when it struck bottom some 450 meters off the shore.   The Kwang Ja Ho suffered damage to its fresh water tank.  No reports of injuries to the 90 crew on board.  No reports of pollution released.   The Chilean Navy has dispatched a rescue mission to help rescue the crew and salvage the fishing vessel.

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Rescue at Macquarie Island

Rescue at Macquarie Island

Photo: Chris Crerar

The fishing vessel Janas received aid from the Antarctic supply vessel Aurora Australis off Macquarie Island (54°30S, 158°57E) in the south Pacific Ocean.   The Janas with 21 crew had suffered engine failure and was unable to make repairs.  The Aurora Australis took the fishing vessel under tow to shelter of Buckles Bay, acquarie Island.   No reports of injuries or pollution being release.

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