On April 15, the 24 meter long fishing vessel Storvig became disabled off Ålesund, Norway. The Storvig had lost power and went adrift. The crew requested assistance with the NSSR dispatched a lifeboat to the scene. The lifeboat took the Storvig under tow and proceeded to Måløy. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
The 29 meter long, 150 gt fishing vessel Ann Marie ran aground near Berrhead England. The Ann Marie had suffered steering failure and ran up onto the rocks. The RNLI lifeboat from Torbay was dispatched to the scene and help pull the Ann Marie free on the rising tide. No reports of injuries. Reports state the trawler was able to safely berth in Brixham.
The 28 meter long fishing vessel Albamar ran aground at Piriápolis, Uruguay. The Albamar was heading out to sea when it became disabled and went adrift. The vessel drifted until it ran ashore. No further details reported.