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Virginia J

Virginia J

Virginia J
Photo: uscg

On July 26, the fishing vessel Virginia J sank in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Half Moon Bay, California. The Virginia J suffered water ingress and a distress call was sent out.  The Coast Guard dispatched a helicopter and the 47 foot long response vessel to the scene.  The Coast Guard also alerted other fishing vessels to assist in the rescue effort.  The fishing vessel Redeemer responded and rescued the two crewmen off the Virigina J.  No reports of injuries.  The Virginia J later sank a few miles offshore.  The Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the incident.

Xin Yi Yi

Xin Yi Yi

Xin Yi Yi
Photo: thesundaily.my

The 43.6 meter long fishing vessel Xin Yi Yi capsized and partially sank off Penang Island, Malaysia.  The Xin Yi Yi had struck the wreckage of a previous shipwreck damaging the hull and allowing water ingress.  The five crew on the Xin Yi Yi were rescued by authorities.  No reports of injuries.   Authorities are monitoring the site for any signs of pollution released.

 

Langeland 1

Langeland 1

Langeland 1
Photo: presseportal.de

The 20 meter long former fishing vessel Langeland 1 ran aground near Wischafen, Germany.  The Langeland 1 was headed to Hamburg from Kiel when it grounded on the receding tide.  After the grounding, the vessel suffered a list and nearly capsized.  Authorities were alerted and secured the vessel with lines to keep it upright while booms were placed around the hull in case of any pollution released. 

Later on the incoming tide, the Langeland 1 suffered water ingress which had to be controlled by additional dewatering pumps.  With the rising tide, authorities were able to refloat the Langeland 1 and tow it to a berth in Wischafen.