The 190 meter long, 46509 dwt bulk carrier Odigitria ran aground on the Delaware River near Morrisville, Pennsylvania. The Odigitria was refloated a few hours later. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. A survey of the vessel will be conducted while authorities conduct an investigation into the incident.
The 100 meter long, 3725 dwt container ship Bermuda Islander ran aground on the Delaware River near Salem, New Jersey. The boxship had suffered a power blackout and went adrift when it ran aground. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The Bermuda Islander was refloated the following day and berthed in Salem.
The 185 meter long bulk carrier Nord Explorer ran aground on the Delaware River near Riverton, New Jersey. The Nord Explorer was headed toward Norfolk, Virginia when it became stuck on the river. The bulker was able to refloat itself a few hours later. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution release. The Coast Guard has stated they have launched an investigation into the incident.