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Aston Trader II Aground

Aston Trader II Aground

The 190 meter long, 55496 dwt freighter Aston Trader II went aground on the San Joaquin River.   The Aston Trader II was proceeding to Stockton when it temporarily lost control and went aground.   The Coast Guard responded to the scene and an inspection showed no significant damage and no pollution being released.  Two tugs were able to free the Aston Trader II and the vessels proceeded to Stockton.   The freighter had no cargo at the time of the incident.  An investigation is being conducted.

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Osprey Sunk

Osprey Sunk

Photo: Coast Guard

The 45 foot fishing vessel Osprey sank off Point Loma, San Diego, California.   The Osprey with eight crewmen on board had contacted the Coast Guard that there was smoke coming from the engine compartment and the vessel was taking on water.   The Coast Guard  dispatched a helicopter to the scene with a pump.    The crew of the Osprey were able to start the pump, but it was not able to keep up with the water ingress.    The helicopter hoisted all eight men off the Osprey.   The fishing vessel sank shortly afterwards.   No reports of injuries.

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Two Sons Saved

Two Sons Saved

The 31 foot fishing vessel Two Sons with 2 crew on board reported they were taking on water near the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco.   The crew sent out a distress call to the Coast Guard stating the vessel’s pumps were unable to keep up with the water ingress.   The Coast Guard dispatched a helicopter along with the 47 foot lifeboat and the 87 foot cutter Tern.   The 47-foot lifeboat reached the scene and transferred two dewatering pumps to the Two Sons.  However, the crew were unable to keep the pumps running.   The cutter Tern brought two of their own crewmen on board the Two Sons to assist with the pumps.   With this assistance, the pumps were able to completely de-water the fishing vessel.   The Two Sons was escorted by the Tern to pier 45 in San Francisco Bay.   No reports of injuries or pollution being released.

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