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Kamilla

Kamilla

As Typhoon Enteng struck Manila Bay on September 2, the 25 meter long training vessel Kamilla (MMSI: 548372500) caught fire.  The Kamilla was at anchor in the Navotas anchorage when it was struck by the 64 meter long cargo vessel LCT GT Express.  The strong waves caused by the typhoon cause the LCT GT Express to break free of its anchor. The LCT GT Express drifted into the Kamilla damaging the bridge and starting a fire.

The Philippine Coast Guard attempted to rescue the crew on the Kamilla, but were unable to reach the vessel because of weather conditions and strong currents. The 18 crew on the Kamilla were forced to abandoned ship. All the crew was later recovered with one crewman sent to hospital for injuries. No details reported on the damage or condition of the LCT GT Express.

 

Everwin Star II

Everwin Star II

Everwin Star II
Photo: gmanews.tv

On August 27, the 70 meter long, 1,500 dwt cargo vessel Everwin Star II (IMO: 9140279) suffered an explosion while berthed in Tondo, Manila, Philippines. Reports state the explosion occurred during cargo loading when a spark ignited paint and LPG tanks stored in a forward compartment.  The explosion and resulting fire took several hours for local fire fighters to extinguish.  No details reported of the extent of damage to the Everwin Star II.

One crewman perished in the explosion while two other crew members sustained burns and later taken to hospital for treatment. Local police and fire authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

 

MV Mirola 1

MV Mirola 1

MV Mirola 1
Photo: Philippine Coast Guard

The 54 meter long, 400 dwt cargo vessel MV Mirola 1 (IMO: 7903433) ran aground near Mariveles, Bataan, Philippines. Reports state the vessel sustained hull damage and oil pollution was released. Authorities state the pollution is a mix of diesel fuel and oil from machinery. No reports of injuries. The Philippine Coast Guard have placed booms around the vessel and begun removal of fuel and oil off the vessel. A total of 800 litres of oil have been removed along with other flotsam released by the MV Mirola 1.

Reports state the MV Mirola 1 owner was not clear and that the vessel had been detained last year by authorities.