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Robert S. Pierson

Robert S. Pierson

Robert S. Pierson

On October 13, the192 meter long, 20,236 dwt self-unloading bulk carrier Robert S. Pierson (IMO: 7366403) became disabled on Whitefish Bay near Gros Cap Bluffs, Ontario.  The Robert S. Pierson had departed from the Algoma Steel docks at the Soo bound for Two Harbors.  As it passed the Gros Cap Reefs Beacon, the self-unloader lost its rudder. The vessel contacted authorities and the vessel was taken under tow to the shelter of nearby Goulais Bay.  The bulk carrier remained at anchor for several days until it proceeded with the assistance of the tugboat Avenger IV.

The vessels proceeded to Superior, Wisconsin where the Robert S. Pierson will undergo repair. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Randy and Stephanie

Randy and Stephanie

Randy and Stephanie
Photo: saltwire.com

On September 11, the 40 foot long fishing vessel Randy and Stephanie caught fire in Yarmouth harbour in Nova Scotia, Canada. The fire started in the vessel’s stack where it exits through the wheelhouse. The Randy and Stephanie was taken under tow to a nearby wharf where it was met by Canadian Coast Guard, fire fighters and local authorities. Due to the low tide, the fire fighters had to use portable extinguishers before a hose could be pulled down to put out the blaze. The one crew on board the Randy and Stephanie was evaluated for injuries.  No details reported to the extent of damage caused by the fire.

Randy and Stephanie
Photo: cjls.com

 

Heemskerkgracht

Heemskerkgracht

Heemskerkgracht
Photo: Canada Coast Guard

On August 22, the 138 meter long, 12,678 dwt cargo vessel Heemskerkgracht (IMO: 9443669) went aground on the St. Lawrence River off Montreal and Kahnawake, Quebec. The Heemskerkgracht was loaded with scrap metal en route to Huelva, Spain when it suffered engine failure and a power blackout.  The cargo vessel went adrift and eventually ran aground by the stern. All traffic halted as the Heemskerkgracht was positioned at a 45 degree angle across the navigation channel resulting in some 14 vessels were forced to drop anchor.

Heemskerkgracht
Photo: Canada Coast Guard

The Canadian Coast Guard inspected the Heemskerkgracht and found there was no water ingress or pollution released. On August 24, the tugs Ocean Pierre Julien and Ocean Intrepide were dispatched and pulled the Heemskerkgracht free.  The cargo vessel was later towed to a dock for inspection.  No reports of injuries.