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Robert Henry

Robert Henry

The 39 foot long fishing vessel Robert Henry went aground off Cape Arago near Charleston, Oregon.   The vessel struck the rocks and began to break up  releasing diesel fuel into the water.  The vessel’s emergency signal alerted the Coast Guard who dispatched a helicopter to the scene.  The helicopter was able to winch up the three crew on board.  No reports of injuries.   Reports states an oil sheen was visible around the vessel.  The vessel had some 300 gallons of diesel fuel on board at the time.   Authorities had hoped to repair and remove the Robert Henry, but the vessel broke-in-two with the stern section washed ashore.  Salvagers plan to remove the wreckage.  The Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the incident.

 

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HR Recommendation

HR Recommendation

HR Recommendation
Photo: USCG

The 135 meter long, 10538 dwt container ship HR Recommendation went aground in the harbour at Charleston, South Carolina.    The HR Recommendation had lost propulsion while proceeding towards the terminal.   A salvage tug was requested and successfully refloated the container ship a short time later.   Both vessels proceeded to the terminal.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

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