CCGS assist Newfoundland Fishing Vessels
The fishing vessels Ocean Quell and Atlantic Rover required assistance from the Canada Coast Guard off the coast of Newfoundland. The 11 meter long Atlantic Rover contacted the Coast Guard that the vessel was taking on water. A search and rescue helicopter from Gander, Newfoundland reached the Atlantic Rover. The helicopter lowered a pump to the three men on board. The pump kept the water ingress in check until it could reach port under it’s own power. The 50 foot long fishing vessel Ocean Quell reported that it had water ingress and needed assistance while off the coast near St. Anthony, Newfoundland. The helicopter and the CCGS Henry Larsen was sent out. The helicopter was able to lower multiple pumps along with 2 search and rescue technicians. However, the pumps were not able to stop the water ingress and the Ocean Quell had to be abandoned. All five crewmen were safely evacuated to the Henry Larsen. No reports of injuries reported.
