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Collision in Houston Channel

Collision in Houston Channel

Photo: USCG
Photo: USCG

The 119 meter long, 12005 dwt cargo vesesl Genius Star VII collided with an oil barge in the Houston Channel.  The oil barge, loaded with 38100 tons of fuel oil, slammed into the port side of the Genius Star VII.  The  Genius Star VII suffered a gash above the waterline on the portside hull.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.  The Genius Star VII was leaving Houston with a cargo of grain before the collision.  The cause of the incident is under investigation.

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Miss Pearl

Miss Pearl

The 135 foot long crew vessel Miss Pearl went aground on Sabine Jetties near Houston, Texas.  The vessel contacted the Coast Guard who dispatched a helicopter and a rescue boat to the scene.   The helicopter safely hoisted the four crew on board and transported them to awaiting EMS staff.   All four crewmen on board suffered minor injuries.   The Miss Pearl released some 4,000 gallons of diesel fuel into the water.  The owners of the vessel have started salvage and cleanup operations.   The cause of the grounding was not yet reported.    The Coast Guard is conducting an investigation into the incident.

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