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Lizanne

Lizanne

 

Lizanne
Photo: local10.com

The 86 meter long cargo vessel Lizanne caught fire on the Miami River berthed in Miami, Florida.  The fire started in the fore section of the vessel with smoke billowing out.  Local firefighters were called and began to search the vessel for the source of the smoke. Firefighters took two hours and nearly 50 men to extinguish the blaze.  No reports of injuries.  Reports state the blaze was extremely intense with the heat causing boots to melt and water in the hoses to boil.
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Hao Jun

Hao Jun

The 96 meter long cargo ship Hao Jun became disabled near Macau, China. The cargo vessel had lost power during severe conditions by Typhoon Kalmaegi.  The Hao Jun encountered 100 km/h wind gusts and waves reaching 10 meters high caused by the typhoon. The Hao Jun was taking on water and was in danger of sinking when the vessel’s master sent out a distress call. A helicopter was dispatched and with great difficulty winched up the 14 crew off the Hao Jun to safety.  One crewman was taken to hospital for treatment.  No reports to the fate of the Hao Jun.  Last report states the vessel was taking on water and was in a sinking state.

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Vestvind

Vestvind

Vestvind
Photo: ba.no

The 81 meter long, 2325 dwt cargo ship Vestvind ran aground near Bjorøy, Norway. The vessel notified authorities it was aground with no injuries to the seven crew.  The NSSR dispatched a lifeboat to the scene. The lifeboat Kristian G. Jebsen attempted to pull the Vestvind free, but failed. Next, the Coastguard vessel Tor arrived and its first attempt to refloat the Vestvind also failed. However, a few hours later, the Tor was able to free the Vestvind.  No reports of damage or pollution released. Divers were requested to inspect the hull.

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