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Robert Henry

Robert Henry

The 39 foot long fishing vessel Robert Henry went aground off Cape Arago near Charleston, Oregon.   The vessel struck the rocks and began to break up  releasing diesel fuel into the water.  The vessel’s emergency signal alerted the Coast Guard who dispatched a helicopter to the scene.  The helicopter was able to winch up the three crew on board.  No reports of injuries.   Reports states an oil sheen was visible around the vessel.  The vessel had some 300 gallons of diesel fuel on board at the time.   Authorities had hoped to repair and remove the Robert Henry, but the vessel broke-in-two with the stern section washed ashore.  Salvagers plan to remove the wreckage.  The Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the incident.

 

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Two Mikes

Two Mikes

The 48 foot fishing vessel Two Mikes ran aground near to the north jetty at Newport, Oregon.   The fishing vessel was attempting to enter the mouth of the Yaquina Bay when it stranded on the rocks next to the jetty.   One crewman jumped from the Two Mikes onto the jetty while the other jumped, but landed into the water.   Both crewmen reached shore where they were treated for minor injuries.   Waves pounded the Two Mikes against the jetty until the vessel partially submerged.   An oil sheen formed around the vessel as diesel fuel leaked from the tanks.   The fishing vessel had some 2000 gallons of fuel on board at the time.   A boom was placed around the vessel to contain any pollution released.   Reports state the vessel’s radar had been malfunctioning  at the time of the incident.   The Coast Guard is conducting an investigation into the incident.

Video about the incident

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