Canary Island – Shipwreck Log

Volcan de Taburiente

April 25, 2014 Paul Hancock

The 130 meter long, 1894 dwt passenger ro-ro ferry Volcan de Taburiente caught fire while off Los Cristianos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands. The ferry had departed for La Gomera with 319 passengers along with a various vehicles when a fire broke out in one of the trucks below deck. Authorities were contacted who dispatched helicopters to the scene. The crew used the ferry’s fire suppression system to fight the blaze. Using water and foam, the system was able to extinguish the blaze. Reports state several passengers were treated for minor injuries. The ferry was able to proceed under its own power to Los Cristianos. The ferry will undergo inspection for damage.

Spanish island ferry turns back after fire (nzherald.co.nz)
Hundreds safe after blaze on ferry (timesofmalta.com)

Adventure Explosion

February 5, 2012 Paul Hancock

The 98 meter long, 2118 dwt fishing vessel Adventure suffered an explosion in the engine room while off Maspalomas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands. The chief engineer suffered burns and was evacuated from the vessel by helicopter. A tug was dispatched to the scene and took the fishing vessel under tow en route to Las Palmas.

May

January 16, 2012 Paul Hancock

The 90 meter long, 3055 dwt freighter May became disabled off the Canary Islands after suffering an engine failure. The crew was able to restore some power and the May proceeded to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria at reduce speed. The May was en route for Africa from Setubal, Portugal before the breakdown. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.

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Volcan de Taburiente

April 25, 2014 Paul Hancock

Adventure Explosion

February 5, 2012 Paul Hancock

May

January 16, 2012 Paul Hancock

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