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Alpsray Explosion

Alpsray Explosion

The 1125 ts inland tanker Alpsray exploded while berthed at the BP refinery at Lingen, Germany.   The Alpsray was being loaded with premium fuel when a fire broke out.   The fire quickly enveloped the Alpsray and there were several explosions.    The five crew members on board the Alpsray were safely rescued.   One crewman had to be treated for minor injuries.    Local firefighters were able to get the fire under control using an extinguishing foam.     Reports state traffic on the Dortmund-Ems Canal had to be stopped due to this incident.   Initial estimates state the damage will be in the millions.   Pollution has been released.   The cause of the explosion is not known, but negligent arson is suspected.

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Explosion on the Lautaro

Explosion on the Lautaro

The fishing vessel Lautaro exploded into flames while docked in the harbor in Manta, Equador.   The vessel was loaded with 60,000 gallons of diesel and 1,200 gallons of gasoline and was preparing to sail to fish for tuna.  The fire and explosion was in the engine room.  Sparks from a welding torch fell onto a canister of acetylene.    Firefighters were called in and were able to bring the fire under control.  Seven men, crew and firefighters, suffered injuries fighting the blaze.  Reports state the fire destroyed much of the superstructure of the vessel.

Crane Vessel Explodes

Crane Vessel Explodes

The 1392 dwt crane vessel Shirvan caught fire after an explosion in it’s forepeak while at anchor in Baku Bay, Azerbaijan.   Five workers were injured and 1 perished in hospital.  The fire was put out, but no reports to the extent of the damage to the Shirvan.  The cause of the explosion was to improper safety while welding.