The self-propelled barge Euphrates became disabled off Oosterschelde, Netherlands. The vessel’s cargo of steel rolls shifted causing a list. The vessel requested assistance with the KNRM dispatching a lifeboat to the scene. A tug and another vessel were on site. The Euphrates was taken under tow back to port. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
The 40 meter long schooner Flying Dutchman became disabled while sailing in the IJsselmeer. The schooner’s engine had failed and the vessel requested assistance from the KNRM. The KNRM lifeboat was able to reach the scene and kept the schooner from going aground while waiting for a tug. The tug took the Flying Dutchman under tow and proceeded to Urk, Netherlands. The vessel was inspected and no reports of damage. No injuries or pollution being released.
The 58 meter long ferry Monnik went aground in the Wadden Sea. The vessel with 60 passengers on board was en route to Schiermonnikoog from Lauwersoog when the vessel struck a sandbank. The vessel contacted the KNRM who dispatched lifeboats to the scene. The lifeboats attempted to pull the ferry free, but the vessel was firmly stuck and it was decided to wait until the rising tide. An hour later, the vessel refloated and proceeded to Schiermonnikoog. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released. Reports state the vessel grounded due to the strong winds in the area. The Monnik was in a similar situation back in 2011.
