The 230 dwt tanker Alvin went aground near Coron, Palawan, Philippines. The double-hulled Alvin was loaded with 256,000 liters of diesel fuel when it grounded near the Coron Pier. No reports of injuries and no pollution was released. Authorities have placed booms around the vessel as a precautionary measure. A tug has been requested to refloat the tanker.
The 132 meter long, 2908 dwt passenger vessel Superferry 1 went aground off Ditaytayan Island, Philippines. The Superferry 1 loaded with 618 passengers from Puerto Princesa City was close to the port at Coron when it struck a reef. The Philippine Coast Guard was alerted and deployed two vessels to the scene. With the aid of three other vessels, all 618 passengers were evacuated from the Superferry 1 and safely taken ashore. Reports state the passengers are housed at the local gymnasium until a replacement vessel can arrive to take them to Manila. The Superferry 1 has suffered a minor list, but no reports of hull damage or water ingress. No reports of injuries or pollution being released.
