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Fishing Vessel Capsizes

Fishing Vessel Capsizes

The 70-foot scallop fishing vessel Atlantic Traveler capsized in pre-dawn hours at the entrance to the Manasquan Inlet, New Jersey.   The vessel were heading out to sea when a  hydraulic hose broke causing the vessel to lose  power and steering.    Adding to the difficulty, there were 10 foot waves rolling into the Inlet.   The crew sent out a  request for assistance, and luckily for the crew, the Coast Guard station was a few hundred feet away.   The Coast Guard sent out its motorized lifeboat and a tried to tow the Atlantic Traveler back into the inlet.   However, the Atlantic Traveler struck the south jetty causing the tow line to snap.   Then,  the Atlantic Traveler lost stability between the waves and the jetty and capsized sending the 3 men on board into the cold water.   The Coast Guard quickly picked up the 3 men out of the water.    There were no injuries.   However, 3,000 gallons of diesel fuel was reported to be released into the water.

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Captain Andre Sinks

Captain Andre Sinks

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The 77 foot fishing vessel Captain Andre sank in early morning hours while fishing in Terrebonne Bay near Dulac, Louisiana.   The crew contacted Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s office that they were in need of assistance.   The Coast Guard station in Grand Isle responded by sending out a helicopter to the Captain Andre.   The helicopter hoisted the 4 crewmen off the vessel and brought them back safely to Belle Chasse.  The cause of the vessel sinking has not been reported.  No report of injuries.   The Coast Guard is investigating the incident.

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Susaki Wing Collision

Susaki Wing Collision

The 31,802 dwt freighter Susaki Wing collided with 2 barges Clatskanie, Oregon.   The Susaki Wing loaded with lumber had lost power when struck the barges and the pier at the Georgia Pacific papermill.   The pier suffered the greatest damage with one building destroyed.   One of the barges suffered severe damage requiring a tug to push it ashore.   No reports of injuries or pollution being released.   The Coast Guard will be investigating the incident.

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