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Kehrheim

Kehrheim

Kehrheim
Photo: kreiszeitung.de

On the morning of November 3, the 24 meter long motor vessel Kehrheim sprung a leak in the Baltic Sea while berth at Burgstaaken, Germany. Reports state the Kehrheim had partially sank during the night after the bilge pump had failed. The local fire brigade was called out which brought dewatering pumps to the scene. Fire fighters deployed a boom around the vessel to contain any pollution while 4 dewatering pumps were able to contain the flooding.  After several hours, the Kehrheim was stable and the bilge pump would be repaired.  No reports of injuries.

 

 

Challenger and Barge No. 1

Challenger and Barge No. 1

MV Challenger
Photo: kdlg.org

The 45 foot long motor vessel Challenger and Barge No. 1 sank in the Nushagak River near Kokwok, Alaska. The Challenger was  towing the barge in a side tow when both vessels capsized and sank.  The two crew on board were able to safely escape. The men were able to climb onto the overturn hull and never got wet.  The men were later safely rescued by a passing boat.  No reports of injuries. The barge was loaded with scrapped vehicles from New Stuyahok bound for Dillingham. Initial reports stated no pollution, but a later aerial survey spotted a sheen down river.  The cause of the sinking was not yet determined, but strong winds were reported in the area.

Arco Dee Allides at Littlehampton

Arco Dee Allides at Littlehampton

The 225-foot long, 1309 dwt motor vessel Arco Dee allided with the harbour walls at Littlehampton, England.   The vessel had been blown off course by strong winds as it entered the harbour causing it to strike the harbour walls.   Both the Arco Dee and concrete wall suffered minor damage.  No one was injured.   The Arco Dee was entering the harbour for routine maintenance.  Officals stated that limits were placed for entry to the harbour in weather with strong winds especially those who are sailing in ballast only.

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