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Miss Lynda

Miss Lynda

Miss Lynda
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The 120 foot long offshore supply ship Miss Lynda ran aground off the west Cameron Jetties in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The vessel with 7 persons on board and a cargo of construction materials. The supply ship struck the rocks and sustained hull damage at the bow above the water line. No reports of injuries or pollution released.

Four passengers were evacuated off the vessel while three crew remained on board while salvage is being determined. Reports state the Coast Guard is coordinating efforts and have launched an investigation into the incident.

Sonny J

Sonny J

Sonny J

The 20 meter long towboat Sonny J partially sank on the Mississippi River near Vidalia, Louisiana. The towboat sank with some 4,000 gallons of diesel fuel on board, but the fuel tank vents remained above water.  Reports state the vents have been sealed and a containment boom has been deployed around the vessel.  A light sheen could be seen around the Sonny J and absorbent pads were used to collect the pollution. No reports of injuries. The cause of the sinking is under investigation.

Alliance St. Louis

Alliance St. Louis

Alliance St. Louis
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The 200 meter long, 21081 dwt car carrier Alliance St. Louis caught fire in the Gulf of Mexico near Southwest Pass, Louisiana. The fire started in the engine room by an electrical short and was quickly extinguished by the crew. While there were no injuries, the fire damaged the engine and the car carrier went adrift. The crew alerted the Coast Guard who dispatched the cutter Brant to the scene.  Reports state a tug was also dispatched to take the Alliance St. Louis under tow back to port. No reports of injuries or pollution released.