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Ussuri

Ussuri

Photo: primamedia.ru
Photo: primamedia.ru

The 129 meter long, 7212 dwt freighter Ussuri went aground in the Sea of Japan in Dzhigit Bay off Primorye, Russia.   The Ussuri was at anchor when a storm struck causing the vessel to drift until it went aground onto the rocky bottom.  The Ussuri suffered damage to its hull with its ballast tanks damaged and some water ingress into its engine room.   No reports of injuries or pollution released.   The crew requested assistance with the icebreaker Kapitan Khlebnikov responding.   The icebreaker was able to refloat the Ussuri a few days later.  The Ussuri proceeded to an anchorage to be inspected.

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Rapier

Rapier

Rapier

The 225 meter long, 64377 dwt bulk freighter Rapier became trapped ice in the Japan Sea in the Tatarskiy Strait.  The Rapier departed from Korea bound to Vanino when it was caught in the ice.   The vessel remained adrift in the ice and was close of going ashore.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.  Reports state there are no icebreakers in the vicinity, but two tugs are attempting to aid the trapped Rapier.  In addition, The freighters Pioneer Rossii, Tessa and Lu Hai are stuck in ice, but are not at risk.

 

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Wealthy Grace

Wealthy Grace

The 62 meter long, 866 dwt freighter Wealthy Grace went aground in Amurskiy Bay, Japan Sea.   The small freighter had departed from Vladivostok, Russia with 625 tons of cargo bound for Masan, South Korea when it ran aground into shallow waters.   No reports of injuries, water ingress and no pollution was released.   The Wealthy Grace did suffer a small list to starboard.   Refloating attempts will be made when weather permits.   Reports state the watch officer had fallen asleep causing the accident.

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