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Howling Gale

February 25, 2014 Paul Hancock

The 20 meter long fishing vessel Howling Gale became disabled in Broadford Bay, Scotland. The Howling Gale had suffered engine failure and went adrift. The vessel sent out a distress call with the RNLI lifeboat from Kyle of Lochalsh responding. The RNLI lifeboat arrived on scene just as the vessel was just about to wash ashore. The lifeboat crew were able to pass a towline and pull the Howling Gale to safety. The vessels proceeded to Broadford later the same day. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Car Carrier vs Navy

February 23, 2014 Paul Hancock

The 172 meter long, 10298 dwt ro-ro car carrier Trans Future 2 collided with two Royal Brunei Navy vessels at the port of Muara, Brunei. The Trans Future 2 had lost steering when it’s starboard rudder jammed. The ro-ro car carrier struck into the side of one on the naval vessels. The naval vessel suffered structural damage. No injuries were reported. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Car Carrier and Brunei Navy Ship Have Hard Time Letting Go [INCIDENT PHOTOS] (h16613.com)

Elland

February 8, 2014 Paul Hancock

The 88 meter long, 2864 dwt cargo vessel Elland sank off Durankulak, Bulgaria. The Elland had departed from Constanta with a cargo of plywood bound for Izmir when it became disabled due to an engine failure. While the crew attempted repairs to restore power, the cargo shifted. The Elland began to list 15 degrees to starboard with the list increasing the following hours. The crew sent out a distress call fearing the Elland may capsize. The 11 crew abandoned ship into the vessel’s lifeboat and were later rescued by the passing cargo vessel M. Izmir. The Elland eventually capsized and sank in 50 meters of water. No reports of injuries. An oil film was spotted where the vessel sank. Reports state the Elland had 10 tons of fuel on board at the time.

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