Edfu Disabled
The 224 meter long, 71572 dwt freighter Edfu became disabled after suffering engine problems off Cape Disappointment, Washington. The Edfu dropped anchor and the crew was able to make repairs to the engine the next day. The Coast Guard requested the Edfu to continue up the Columbia River for inspection. The Edfu was proceeding in ballast bound for Kalama, Washington before the breakdown. No reports of injury, damage or pollution being released.