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Sparna

Sparna

Sparna
Photo: kptv.com

The 189 meter long, 54881 dwt bulk carrier Sparna ran aground on the Columbia River near Cathlamet, Washington. The Sparna, fully loaded with grain, passed through a narrow section of the river when it stuck an object and ran aground. The bulker sustained hull damage and suffered water ingress, but no reports of injuries or pollution released. Two tugs were dispatched to the scene. The Coast Guard and local authorities arrived on scene and are monitoring for any pollution.  Reports state the Sparna is not blocking traffic on the river.


Viking Emerald

Viking Emerald

Viking Emerald
Photo: koin.com

On November 14, the 167 meter long, 10600 dwt ro-ro vehicle carrier Viking Emerald ran aground on the Columbia River near Woodland, Washington. The Viking Emerald was headed upriver with a cargo of automobiles to Portland when it suffered a steering system failure and the bow became stuck on the river bottom. Four tugs were dispatched and were able to refloat the Viking Emerald a short time later.  The tugs then towed the vessel to Portland.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The Viking Emerald was to be inspected at Portland by authorities.

Global Gold

Global Gold

Global Gold
Photo: USCG

The 177 meter long, 33562 dwt bulk carrier Global Gold allided with a pier at Astoria, Oregon. The Global Gold was arriving in port with its cargo of lumber when it struck the pier suffering a four foot long gash in the hull near the stern.  The impact also ruptured a fuel tank spilling some 1000 gallons of diesel into the water.  Authorities responded and placed booms around the bulk carrier while the vessel’s crew applied absorbent pads around the area impacted by the spill. No reports of injuries. The Global Gold was detained in port until repairs could be completed.  Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Global Gold
Photo: USCG