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Calypso Z84

Calypso Z84

Calypso Z84
Photo: sudouest.fr

The 35 meter long fishing vessel Calypso Z84 caught fire while fishing in the Bay of Biscay near La Rochelle, France. The fire started in an electrical panel in the engine room.  The crew responded quickly and extinguished the blaze, but the fire damaged the trawler’s generator.  The crew made some temporary repairs to restore power and allow the vessel to pull in its nets.  No reports of injuries to the 5 crew on board.  Authorities dispatched a team to the trawler who evaluated the Calypso Z84 condition.  After the inspection, the trawler was found to be seaworthy enough to proceed on to its journey back to Belgium.  

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.