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L’Europe

L’Europe

L'Europe
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The 23 meter long fishing vessel L’Europe caught fire off Barfleur, France. The crew on board were alerted to a  fire broke that broke out in the engine room. The crew of the L’Europe engaged the fire suppressant system and were able to contain the blaze, but not before the main engine was damaged. Authorities dispatched a helicopter along with a SNSM lifeboat to the scene while two nearby trawlers proceeded to the L’Europe. Assisted by authorities, the crew were unable to restart the main engine, but were able to start an auxiliary motor to bring up the L’Europe trawl. The SNSM lifeboat escorted the L’Europe being towed by another trawler to Port-en-Bessin. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Coral Favia

Coral Favia

The 100 meter long, 4314 dwt lpg-tanker Coral Favia suffered an explosion near Barfleur, France.   The tanker was headed to Teesport from Bilbao when there was an explosion and fire in the engine room.   The crew was able to extinguish the fire after a short time.  Two crewmen were injured with one having serious burns.  A rescue helicopter was dispatched and evacuated the injured crew to France.   The Coral Favia was able to continue under its own power at a reduced speed.   Reports state the vessel suffered only minor damage to the main engine.

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