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Polaris

Polaris

POLARIS

The 88 meter long, 2904 dwt freighter Polaris collided with the oil barge on the Volga-Baltic Seaway on the Kovzha River, Russia.  The Polaris was maneuvering pass the anchored barge Hanka when freighter struck the bow of the Hanka.  The barge suffered  a small hole above the waterline while the Polaris was undamaged.  The Polaris proceeded to a nearby anchorage while authorities investigate into the incident.  No reports of injuries and no pollution was released.  The Hanka was loaded with 4130 tons of gasoline at the time. The Polaris was en route from St. Petersburg to Astrakhan.

 

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Two Ashore on Kuril Islands

Two Ashore on Kuril Islands

LIVADIA

The 107 meter long, 8037 dwt freighter Livadia went aground on Iturup Island.  The vessel was attempting to seek shelter from typhoon Wipha when it went ashore.  No reports of injuries and no damage.   Reports state the vessel remains high and dry on the beach.  A salvage tug was dispatched to the scene.

VARANDEY

The 72 meter long, 1322 dwt freighter Varandey was intentionally grounded off the shore of Paramushir Island. No reports of injuries and no damage.  Vessel was reported to be resting in shallow water on a sandy bottom.

 

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Cheng Lu 15

Cheng Lu 15

Photo: Pohang Coast Guard

Photo: Pohang Coast Guard

The 139 meter long, 13567 dwt freighter Cheng Lu 15 sank off  Pohang Republic of Korea.  The Cheng Lu 15 had been at anchor when it was struck by strong winds and rough seas.  The waves push the Cheng Lu 15 against the seawall and soon after sank.   Authorities attempted to reach the vessel, but were hampered by the severe conditions.  When rescuers got to the scene, the vessel was nearly completely submerged.   Initial reports stated that all 19 crewmen on board were missing, but later 1 body was discovered.  Authorities report that the Cheng Lu 15 was in ballast and had been scheduled to depart for Japan.  Korean authorities continue search and rescue operations.

 

 

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