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Skårholm

Skårholm

Skårholm
Photo: fiskeribladetfiskaren.no

The 24 meter long fishing vessel Skårholm caught fire while berthed at Karmøy, Norway. The fire broke out in the wheelhouse spewing out smoke.  The crew attempted to extinguish the blaze but were driven back.  The local fire brigade was called and was quickly able to control the blaze.  A few hours later the fire was completed extinguished.  The fire completely gutted the wheelhouse. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Sandstrand

Sandstrand

Sandstrand
photo: h-avis.no

The 47 meter long dredger Sandstrand ran aground at Karmøy, Norway. The Sandstrand was blown onto the rocks by strong winds. No reports of injuries to the three crew on board, damage or pollution released.  Authorities at Killingøy were alerted as the Sandstrand had one ton of fuel aboard. Reports state the Sandstrand was later refloated and berthed at Karmøy later the same day.