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Jacks Or Better, Folds Hand

Jacks Or Better, Folds Hand

The motor ship Jacks Or Better became disabled off Mayport, Florida.   The chatter casino vessel was proceeding back to Mayport with 60 passengers on board when it lost propulsion.  The crew contacted the Coast Guard who responded sending the 45-foot rescue boat to its aid.  A commercial tug also responded, but was not needed.   The Jacks Or Better was able make repairs and proceeded safely to port a few hours later.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.

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Engines Should Not Smoke

Engines Should Not Smoke

The 86-foot long passenger ship Diamond Belle became disabled while sailing on the Detroit River with 143 passengers and 6 crewmen.   Smoke was detected in the engine room forcing the crew to shutdown the main diesel engine.   The vessel had enough momentum to reach a private dock at East China, Michigan.   The Diamond Belle droped its anchor and swung around and was able to moor itself.    No reports of injuries or pollution being released.  The Coast Guard working with the vessel owner, Diamond Jack’s River Tours, are investigating the incident.

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Princess Aground

Princess Aground

The 80 meter long passenger ship Princess went aground on the Elbe River near Wittenberg, Germany.   The Princess had 87 passengers and a crew of 18 when it became stuck in the river due to a low river tide of 1,30 meters.   The passengers were transferred to the Lutherstadt Wittenberg and taken back to the harbour at Wittenberg.   No reports of injuries.  After unloading passengers, luggage, water ballast, and some assistance from a tug, the vessel was refloated.  River traffic is closed due to the build up of sand caused by the Princess refloating.  A dredger has been requested to reopen river traffic.

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