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Nalani

Nalani

Nalani

The 95 foot long tugboat Nalani sank off Barbers Point Harbor, Ohau, Hawaii.  The tugboat had suffered water ingress and began to sink. The crew sent out a distress call with the Coast Guard and local vessels responding.  The 11 crew were safely rescued by two vessels that arrived on scene.  No reports of injuries. The Nalani sank in 2,200 feet of water with 75,000 gallons of diesel fuel on board. An one mile long sheen was spotted on the ocean.  The Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the incident.

Judy K

Judy K

Photo: usgc
Photo: usgc

The 77 foot fishing boat Judy K sank at the pier in Honolulu Harbor, Hawaii.  The vessel released some 50 gallons of diesel fuel into the water.  The Coast Guard and local authorities responded to the scene.  They placed booms around the vessel and pads to contain the pollution. Reports state the Judy K had been abandoned and no equipment was on board. No reports of injuries.

Aground off Kauai

Aground off Kauai

Photo: khon2.com
Photo: khon2.com

On March 31, the 20 foot trimaran fishing boat Kanoa went aground in Shark’s Bay near Hanapepe, Kauai, Hawaii.  The shrimp boat had been at anchored in the bay waiting to be refuel when the anchor  line broke and the Kanoa washed ashore.  No one was on board at the time.  The Kanoa suffered damage to the the center pontoon when it washed onto the rocks.  No reports of pollution released. A salvage firm hasbeen requested to remove and dispose of the vessel.

 

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