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Victoria Clipper 3

Victoria Clipper 3

Photo: Clippervacations.com
Photo: Clippervacations.com

The 30 meter long catamaran passenger ship Victoria Clipper 3 suffered a fire while on a day trip to the San Juan Islands from Seattle. The fire started in some insulation surrounding the vessel’s engines.  The crew sealed the room and extinguished the blaze using the vessel’s fire suppression system.  No reports of injuries to the crew or the 159 passengers on board.   The vessel proceeded to a nearby marina.   The Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the incident.

 

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Nissos Mykonos

Nissos Mykonos

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The 141 meter long, 2651 dwt passenger ship Nissos Mykonos suffered a fire in the Aegean Sea near Karlovassi, Greece.   The Nissos Mykonos had left Piraeus with 174 passengers and 74 crew bound for Samos with other stops at several islands.  The fire started in the vessel’s smokestack releasing thick black smoke.  The crew was able to extinguish the blaze.   Five passengers were evacuated from the vessel after suffering from smoke inhalation.  The remaining passengers were transferred to another ferry.  No details reported to the extent of damage to the vessel.

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Viking Legend

Viking Legend

Photo: kurier.at
Photo: kurier.at

The 139 meter long river passenger ship Viking Legend went aground on the Danube River near Strudengau, Austria.  The vessel was passing through a narrow section when it became stuck.  The pushing towboat Aries arrived on scene and was able refloat the Viking Legend after a few attempts.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.  The Viking Legend was able to continue on its voyage.

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