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Typhoon Lando

Typhoon Lando

Manyplus 1
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On October 18, the 30 meter long, 266 gt tugboat Manyplus 1 with its barge AZ Shanghai ran aground in Manila, Philippines. The tugboat and barge had been at anchorage for two days after arriving from Indonesia with 7,500 tons of coal when Typhoon Lando struck the Philippines. Strong winds from the typhoon caused the anchors to drag and both vessels were blown ashore.  The 10 crew on the Manyplus 1 were safely rescued. No reports of pollution released.

The 138 meter long, 2593 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Mary The Queen ran aground in Manila Bay, Philippines. The ferry had been at anchor and was undergoing repairs when it was blown ashore a short distance from the tugboat Manyplus 1.  No reports of injuries.

Ten Missing After Collision

Ten Missing After Collision

The 45 foot long fishing vessel Dan Israel sank after being struck by a cargo vessel off El Fraile Island in Manila Bay, Philippines.   The wooden hull fishing vessel quickly broke-up and sank. The crew of the Dan Israel were thrown into the water.  Twelve crew were able either to swim ashore or were rescued from the water.   Many suffered from dehydration and exhaustion.  One crewman perished and another 10 men were still reported missing.  The survivors were unable to identify the cargo ship that struck.  The Coast Guard has launched a search and rescue operation for the missing men.  Authorities are looking for a large blue container ship which was in the area.  Reports state both vessels had lights and radar which should have prevented the collision.

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Yuan Heng

Yuan Heng

Photo: odin.tc
Photo: odin.tc

The 69 meter long, 1598 dwt freighter Yuan Heng was blown aground off Pamarawan, Philippines.   The freighter had been anchored when the waves from the typhoon Labuyo cause its anchor to drag.   No crew was on board at the time.   The Yuan Heng had been anchored Lucanin for over four years when it abandoned by the owner after failing to pay harbor fees.  The freighter had its engine removed and was vessel was covered in rust.  No reports of pollution.

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