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.
The 225 meter long, 76957 dwt freighter Rondeau went aground on the Mississippi River near Venice, Louisiana. The vessel was on its way to the Gulf of Mexico when it grounded. A tug was requested and refloated the Rondeau. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released. The Coast Guard reports the grounding was due to the insufficent dredging in the area.
The 180 foot long towboat Sally Bromfield lost its barges on the Mississippi River near Transylvania, Louisiana. The towboat was pushing 35 barges when they broke free. Reports state two barges sank with another eight barges damaged. The Coast Guard suspended traffic on the Mississippi until buoys could be placed over the sunken barges. A salvage crane has been requested to raise the barges. No reports of injuries.
