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Fishing Vessel Fire at Gyeonyu

Fishing Vessel Fire at Gyeonyu

On the early morning of January 3, a 3-ton fishing vessel (name not disclosed) caught fire in the Korean Strait at the port of Gyeonyu, Tongyeong, South Korea. The fishing trap vessel had been at anchor when a fire broke out onboard along the port side of the vessel. The captain, the only person onboard, attempted to extinguish the blaze but was unable to contain the blaze. Reports state the captain was able to escape the fire and reach safety with no injuries.

The Coast Guard at Tongyeong along with local firefighters were alerted and were able to extinguish the blaze within 30 minutes. The amount of damage to the vessel was not disclosed, but authorities stated the hull and stern had been damaged.

The South Korean Coast Guard has stated the incident is under investigation.

Fishing Vessel Burned at Nizampatnam

Fishing Vessel Burned at Nizampatnam

On the morning of January 3, a fishing vessel (name not disclosed) caught fire in the Bay of Bengal while berthed at Nizampathnam Harbour, Bapatla, India. The vessel was preparing to leave port with 8 crew members on board when a fire started after an electrical short. Crew members on board were unable to contain the blaze as it spread through out the vessel. The crew threw were able to throw overboard a gas cylinder preventing an explosion.

The fire would eventually destroy the entire vessel including all the diesel fuel, fishing equipment and supplies. Reports state that one crew member sustained burns from the incident.

The local authorities were notified of the incident and have launched an investigation.

 

Nuevo Monteveo

Nuevo Monteveo

Nuevo Monteveo
Photo: Salvamento Maritimó

On the morning of December 29, the 13 meter long fishing vessel Nuevo Monteveo caught fire in the Bay of Biscay some 8 miles from Playa Franca Rivadeva, Spain. The four crew on the Nuevo Monteveo abandoned ship into a life raft as the fire swept through the fishing vessel.  Fortunately, all were rescued by the nearby 9 meter long fishing vessel Eva Dos (MMSI: 224224340) who transported them to San Vicente de la Barquera, Spain. An ambulance was waiting for the crew, but the crew were reported to be in good condition with only sustaining minor bruises.

Nuevo Monteveo
Photo: coperibadesella.com

The Salvamento Maritimó would dispatched the 15 meter long search and rescue vessel Salvamar Castor (MMSI: 224007650) to assist in fighting the fire on the Nuevo Monteveo.  The fire would be extinguished a short time later.

The Nuevo Monteveo sustained severe damage from the blaze with much of the superstructure gutted.  No further details reported.