The 72 meter long, 1964 dwt tanker Yara Gas II suffered a fire in the Gulf of Finland near Helsinki, Finland. The Yara Gas II was headed to Porvoo in ballast when a fire broke out in the engine room. The crew quickly responded and was able to extinguish the blaze. The Coast Guard dispatched a patrol boat and rescue helicopter to the scene. Reports state the vessel had drifted into Estonian waters and has dropped anchor. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
The 28 meter long passenger ship MS King went aground on the island of Lauttasaari in Helsinki, Finland. The MS King suffered no hull damage but was unable to free itself. The 54 passengers on board were evacuated to a sister ship. Later the same day the MS King was pulled free and towed to a berth at Salutorget. Initial reports state the master of the MS King was not on the bridge at the time of the incident. One report states the captain was trapped on the toliet and was unable to open the door. Authorities are conducting an investigation into the accident.
