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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.

Væroygutt N-162

Væroygutt N-162

Væroygutt N-162
Photo: nordlys.no

The 13 meter long fishing vessel Væroygutt N-162 became disabled off Henningsvær, Norway. The Væroygutt N-162  had suffered engine failure and required assistance. A NSSR lifeboat was dispatched and took the Væroygutt N-162 under tow. Both vessels proceeded to Svolvær. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.