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Langeland 1

Langeland 1

Langeland 1
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The 20 meter long fishing vessel Langeland 1 became disabled in the Kiel Bight near Möltenort, Germany. The Langeland 1 was proceeding with 25 persons on board when it suffered engine damage. As conditions were worsening with increased strong winds, the adrift Langeland 1 requested assistance. The DGzRS lifeboat was dispatched and reached the scene a short time later. The lifeboat crew was able to get a towline connected to the Langeland 1 and proceeded to tow the disabled vessel to Möltenort. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Windea Three

Windea Three

Windea Three

On December 6, the 26 meter long supply vessel Windea Three ran aground on Scharhörn Reef near Cuxhaven, Germany.  The Windea Three was underway to Cuxhaven when it struck the edge of the bar. The crew notified authorities with the local DGzRS lifeboat responding.  A nearby vessel also responded to the scene and was able to tow the Windea Three off the bar.  The lifeboat escorted both vessels back to Cuxhaven. No reports of injuries to the seven crew on board the Windea Three.  Reports state the Windea Three sustained some hull damage and entered a shipyard for repairs.

Angelina Catherina

Angelina Catherina

Angelina Catherina
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The 30 meter long two-masted schooner Angelina Catherina caught fire while off Kiel Holtenau, Germany. The fire started in the engine room, but was quickly contained from spreading to other parts of the ship by the crew. The crew activated the onboard automatic extinguishing system and requested assistance from the water police. The DGzRS lifeboat Berlin responded with members of the local fire brigade to the scene. Additional lifeboats and police patrol boats arrived on scene. The vessels berthed at quay in Kiel Holtenau and the fire was finally extinguished a short time later. No reports of injuries or pollution released.