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Kim Roger N-130

Kim Roger N-130

Kim Roger
Photo: nrk.no

On January 4, the 27 meter long fishing vessel Kim Roger became disabled before sinking near Lofotodden, Norway. The Kim Roger had suffered engine failure and went adrift in heavy seas.  With waves reaching up to 5 meters high, the fishing vessel suffered water ingress and heeled over on its port side. The gale force winds also pushed the Kim Roger towards shore.  The five crew  on board alerted authorities with a rescue helicopter and lifeboat dispatched to the scene. Before the helicopter was able to hoist the men to safety, the crew fell into the water.  Luckily, the helicopter was able to lift all five crew from the sea to safety. The crew were later taken to hospital. No reports of injuries. The Kim Roger later sank just offshore the coast.

Megan Marie

Megan Marie

Megan Marie
Photo: uscg

On January 3, the 95 foot long fishing vessel Megan Marie became disabled off Nantucket, Massachusetts. The Megan Marie had lost a rudder some 100 nautical miles off Nantucket and sent out a distress call. Another fishing vessel came to her aid and began towing the Megan Marie back to port, but rough seas broke the tow line.  The Coast Guard Cutter Spencer took over the tow and proceeded to Nantucket. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Ruyter

Ruyter

Ruyter
Photo: tugspotters.com

The 82 meter long hopper dredger Ruyter became disabled off Dishoek, Netherlands. The Ruyter had suffered engine failure and required assistance. Two tugs were dispatched and towed the Ruyter to Flushing where it berthed in the Walcheren Canal. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

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