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Altro Donna

Altro Donna

The towboat Altro Donna sank on the Mississippi River at Marrero, Louisiana.   The Altro Donna was proceeding with eight empty containers when it struck a piling while attempting to dock at Marrero.  The three crew on board were able to escape as the vessel filled with water and sank.  No reports of injuries.   The Altro Donna had 11,500 gallons of diesel fuel when it sank.   Authorities have stated there was a sheen over the sunken towboat.  The  Coast Guard is conducting an investigation into the incident.

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Captain Kap

Captain Kap

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The 48 foot long fishing vessel Captain Kap went aground off the coast of Freshwater Bayou, Louisiana.   The shrimper began to take on water and the crew contacted the Coast Guard.   A helicopter was dispatched which was able to hoist the two crew on board.   No reports of injuries.   The Captain Kap went ashore later with no signs of any pollution being released.   The Coast Guard is conducting an investigation into the incident.

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Mississippi Collision

Mississippi Collision

The 269 meter long, 151693 dwt tanker Asian Spirit collided with a barge on the Mississippi River near New Orleans, Louisiana.  Both vessels only sustained slight damage.   No reports of injuries or pollution being released.  The Coast Guard dispatched investigators to the scene.