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Star Liberty

Star Liberty

Star Liberty
Photo: pna.gov.ph

The 55 meter long, 383 gt cargo vessel Star Liberty ran aground at Barangay, Antique, Philippines. The cargo vessel had been at anchor off Barangay since August 28 with a cargo of 28,000 bags of cement when strong winds from a southwestern monsoon caused the anchors to drag.  The crew attempted to restart the vessel’s engine, but the engine wouldn’t start as the Star Liberty was blown ashore.  The 22 crew on board were ordered to abandon ship and all were able to reach the shore, but 12 crew sustained minor injuries and were taken to hospital.  Local authorities have booms ready to deploy to contain any pollution released.  Reports state the Star Liberty could contain up to 6000 litres of diesel fuel on board.

Unilink II

Unilink II

Unilink II
Photo: inquirer.net

On July 19, the 673 dwt cargo vessel Unilink II ran aground off  Barangay Poblacion, Naga, Philippines. The Unilink II had dropped anchor earlier that day, but the weather worsen with increased winds and waves causing the anchor to drag. The Unilink II drifted until it struck some concrete pilings and eventually ran ashore. No reports of injuries to the 19 crew on board or pollution released. The vessel was to be inspected for damage.  Authorities have detained the Unilink II until owner’s settle damages caused to the concrete piers by the incident.