The 217 meter long, 20668 dwt container ship Horizon Tacoma became disabled off Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. The Horizon Tacoma lost propulsion and was dropped anchor until the crew was able to complete temporary repairs. Several tugs were sent to provide assistance as the Horizon Tacoma proceeded to Puget Sound. Coast Guard Inspectors are conducting an investigation into the cause of the incident. No reports of injuries or pollution being released.
Holed and Breaking Up
The Canadian Miner was struck by a storm where 40 foot waves broke over the grounded vessel near Scaterie Island. Reports state the vessel has a 50 foot hole on the side of the vessel near the stern and the hull has cracked in several places. The storm winds reached gusts up to 131 kilometers per hour. Waves have pushed the Canadian Miner closer to shore with the bow of the vessel now resting on the beach. Luckily, salvagers were able remove 6,000 liters of engine oil and diesel fuel before the storm struck. There is still 3,000 liters on board, but plans are to have it removed as soon as the salvage crew can return to the vessel.
The 345 meter long, 19189 dwt passenger ship Queen Mary 2 suffered an engine room fire while en route to Quebec, Canada. The fire started in one of the vessel’s gas turbines located below and behind the vessel’s funnel. The fire was quickly put out by the crew with minimal damage. No one was injured and the vessel proceeding on its voyage.
