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Kriti II

Kriti II

 

The 194 meter long, 5339 dwt ro-ro ferry Kriti II caught fire near Patras, Greece.  The fire started in the car deck with smoke billowing out from the decks.    The crew fought the fire and were able to contain the blaze.   When the vessel reached Patras, the 113 passengers were evacuated with the assistance of Coast Guard, fishing vessels and other local vessels.  The local fire brigade fought through the dense smoke, but was able to extinguish the blaze a short time later.   No reports of injuries.  Some 40 of the 92 vehicles were damaged in the fire.   Initial reports state the fire started in a refrigerator truck which had suffered an electrical short.


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Wilson Newport

Wilson Newport

The 123 meter long, 8321 dwt freighter Wilson Newport went aground in Adriatic Sea near Gios Georgios, Greece.  The vessel struck the island and was hard aground, but no reports of water ingress or pollution released.   No injuries to the 10 crew on board.  Authorities have dispatched an anti-pollution vesel to the scene.   A tug was also standing by in the area.  The freighter was en route to Antwerp from Gemlik, Turkey.

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Eva

Eva

The wooden sailing vessel Eva suffered an explosion near Mandraki, Kos Island, Greece.  The Eva was entering the harbour from a cruise with 28 passengers when a mock cannon on board exploded.  The explosion killed the captain and injured six passengers who were later taken to hospital.  No further details reported.

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