Shipwreck Log

The 125 foot long research vessel Hero sank near Willapa Bay at its berth in Bay Center, Washington.  The Coast Guard was notified that the vessel had partially sank and a light sheen of pollution was visible.

Authorities dispatched a response team to the scene and deployed booms and absorbent pads to collect and contain the pollution. No reports of injuries.

The Coast Guard has contracted a salvage company to remove the remaining oil and fuel from the vessel.  The operation shall be paid using the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund.