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Allicat

Allicat

Allicat
Photo: uscg

On Febuary 9, the 41 foot long fishing vessel Allicat capsized in Snows Cut on the Cape Fear River near Carolina Beach, North Carolina. The Allicat was en route to Florida when it ran aground in Snows Cut.  The two crew on board was waiting for the next high tide to attempt to refloat the fishing vessel, but the Allicat began to capsized.  One crew was able to contact the Coast Guard while the other went overboard into the water.  The Coast Guard dispatched a rescue boat and safely rescued both men.  Both crewmen sustained injuries and were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.  Authorities did state there was a small sheen spotted around the vessel. A response team was hired to remove the batteries and fuel on board the Allicat. A boom was placed around the partially sunk Allicat to contain any further pollution released.


Anthem of the Seas

Anthem of the Seas

On February 7, the 347 meter long, 10,500 dwt passenger cruise ship Anthem of the Seas sustained damage off Bayonne, New Jersey. The cruise ship was starting a seven-night voyage to Florida and Bahamas  when it was struck by winds reaching 125 mph gusts and waves reaching 30 feet off Cape Hatteras.  Passengers stayed terrified in their cabin while the storm raged.  The storm proved to be too severe forcing the Anthem of the Seas to turn around and headed back to Bayonne. Reports state four passengers of the 4,500 on board suffered minor injuries. The vessel also sustained minor damage, but was never at risk of sinking.  Authorities have stated an investigation has already been launched into why the cruise ship headed into a storm and possibly put passengers at risk. Owners of the Anthem of the Seas has promised to refund the passengers and a discount on a future cruise.

Royal Winner Princess II

Royal Winner Princess II

Royal Winner Princess II
Photo: Islandgazette.net

The 120 foot long passenger ship Royal Winner Princess II allided with a boat ramp pier near Snow’s Cut, North Carolina. The vessel had suffered a malfunction when a steering pump failed and the vessel drifted into the pier.  The vessel was able to restore the pump and return to its berth. Reports state 6 of the 159 passengers on board suffered minor injuries and were taken to a local hospital. The Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the incident.