The 52 meter long, 945 dwt survey vessel Seaprobe sank in the Gulf of Mexico near Mobile, Alabama. The vessel suffered uncontrolled water ingress and a distress call was sent out. The Coast Guard dispatched a helicopter to the scene. All 12 crew were rescued with several survivors suffering only minor injuries. No further details reported.
The ro-ro ferry Zamboanga went aground near Dumaguete City, Philippines. The Zamboanga was approaching the port when its engine failed. The vessel was pushed into shallow waters by the strong winds and choppy seas of a tropical depression. The Coast Guard were quickly alerted and sent personnel to the scene. The Coast Guardsmen rigged lines to the liferafts and safely landed all 228 passengers on board. Authorities suspended vessel operations in the areas affected by the tropical depression.
The 40 foot long fishing vessel Jayden Ray went aground onto the rocks near the mouth of the Quillayute River near LaPush, Washington. The Coast Guard received a distress call from the Jayden Ray and dispatched a Dolphin helicopter and a 47-foot motor lifeboat to the scene. The lifeboat with the aid of the helicopter was able to navigate through the rocks and attach a towline to the Jayden Ray. The fishing vessel was refloated and towed back to LaPush. No injuries, damage or pollution released. The Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the incident.
