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Cetacea Aground

Cetacea Aground

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The ferry Cetacea ran aground in Lynn Harbor, Boston, Massachusetts.  The ferry was entering the harbor with 13 passengers and 4 crew when the vessel became stuck just off the pier.  The Coast Guard launched a rescue vessel to the scene to monitor the situation.  The Cetacea was to be refloated on the following high tide a few hours later.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  The Cetacea had become disabled the prior month with 163 passengers and crew who stayed on the boat overnight until divers were able to clear a line.

 

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Nordmøre

Nordmøre

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On August 21, the 74 meter long ro-ro ferry Nordmøre ran aground while on its regular voyage between  Solholmen and Mordalsvågen. The ferry had touched bottom and service was suspended.  After an inspection by divers, the Nordmøre was redirected to a shipyard. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Glutra

Glutra

Glutra allision
Photo: adressa.no

The 122 meter long ro-ro ferry Glutra allided with the dock at Flakk, Norway. The Glutra had arrived from Rørvik when it entered the port at Flakk when it struck the ferry dock after a malfunction.  No reports of injuries to the passengers and crew.  Reports state there may have been a release of pollution as from some hydraulic oil off the Glutra.  Alcohol was not a factor in the incident.