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Zhenjiang Collision

Zhenjiang Collision

Long Hao 1

On October 22, the 190 meter long cargo vessel Xin Zhou 18 collided with the 69 meter long cargo vessel Long Hao 1 on the Yangtze River near Zhenjiang, China. The Xin Zhou 18 was proceeding to Caofeidan from Zhenjiang in ballast when it struck the Long Hao 1 which was loaded with 2700 tons of sand. The Long Hao 1 capsized and rolled over after the collision. Reports state 3 crew of the Long Hao 1 were later rescued by a nearby fishing vessel.  Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Salvage of the Long Hao 1 was reported to have started.

 

Su Jia Hang 1

Su Jia Hang 1

Su Jia Hang 1

The 98 meter long cargo vessel Su Jia Hang 1 was blown ashore by Typhoon Haima near Shantou City, Guangdong, China. Reports state the cargo vessel had its anchor drag pushed by strong winds and large waves.  No reports of injuries. All the crew from the Su Jia Hang 1 had safely transferred to another vessel before the vessel went ashore.

Red Star 201

Red Star 201

Red Star 201

The passenger vessel Red Star 201 became disabled on the Dong River near Huizhou City, China. The Red Star 201 was underway to avoid Typhoon Haima when it suffered a power blackout. The vessel requested assistance with the Huizhou Maritime Safety Administration responding. Authorities dispatched a patrol boat to the scene and secured the Red Star 201. No reports of injuries to the four crew of the Red Star 201. The Red Star 201 was towed back to Huizhou. No damages or pollution released.