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Chem Norma

Chem Norma

Chem Norma
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The 144 meter long, 17095 dwt tanker Chem Norma ran aground on the St. Lawrence River near Montreal, Quebec. The Chem Norma had departed from Montreal headed for Sarnia when it grounded near Morrisburg, Ontario.  The tanker had suffered steering failure and grounded just outside the navigation channel.  Authorities were contacted and inspected the vessel for damage. A survey found no water ingress or pollution released. Reports state the Chem Norma will be refloated assisted by tugs if necessary.  No reports of injuries.

Roping The Wind

Roping The Wind

Roping The Wind
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The fishing vessel Roping The Wind ran aground in Hardy’s Channel, Prince Edwards Island, Canada.  The Roping The Wind was heading out to set another load of traps when it ran aground in the narrow shallow channel.  The crew attempted to refloat the fishing vessel, but waves washed over the side of the vessel swamping the lobster boat.  Another fishing vessel, the Spring Loaded ’04 was heading back to port when it caught sight of the stranded Roping The Wind.  The Spring Loaded ’04 rescued three crew off the Roping The Wind.  The fishing Vessel David Clements also arrived on scene and rescued one crewman from the water.  Additionally, the Auxiliary Coast Guard vessel Lyndon Hardy went out to assist in the rescue efforts. The Lyndon Hardy pulled up against the Roping The Wind and pulled the last crewman off the fishing vessel.  All five crewmen of the Roping The Wind suffered from hypothermia and received medical care. Reports state salvage of the vessel and gear will be done when weather conditions improve.

Magic Charm

Magic Charm

Magic Charm
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The 18 meter long passenger vessel Magic Charm caught fire while moored in Coal Harbour, Vancouver, British Columbia. Local fire fighters were called as dense plumes of smoke poured from the vessel’s superstructure. The fire fighters were eventually able to bring the blaze under control. No reports of injuries. The Magic Charm sustained significant damage. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Reports state the cause of the fire was no yet determined.