Shipwreck Log

The 215 meter long, 71665 dwt bulk carrier Los Llanitos ran aground on Pacific Ocean near Barra de Navidad, Mexico. The Los Llanitos had left Manzanillo one day before Hurricane Patricia approached, but had been blown ashore unable to withstand the strong winds by the hurricane.  The bulker went ashore and sustained severe hull damage as it’s hull dragged along the rocky shoreline. The engine room and several sections of the hold suffered water ingress. Fuel tanks were also ruptured releasing pollution along the shore.  Authorities were alerted and a Mexican Navy helicopter was dispatched to the scene.  The helicopter rescued 19 of the 27 crew on board with the remaining crew voluntarily staying. No reports of injuries. Reports state the vessel was directed by port authorities to depart rather be in port when the hurricane made landfall.  Later reports state the Los Llanitos has suffered a large crack in the hull which may result in the vessel being scrapped.