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Hanjin Geneva

Hanjin Geneva

The 278 meter long, 68263 dwt container ship Hanjin Geneva went aground at Port Rupert, British Columbia, Canada.  The container ship was forced to alter its course to avoid a collision with a fishing vessel.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  The Hanjin Geneva was refloated on the next high tide and proceeded to its berth in port where it will be inspected for damage.

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Hav Sund

Hav Sund

The 63 meter long, 1140 dwt freighter Hav Sund went aground near Risøy, Norway.   The Hav Sund was en route to Myre from Husoy with a cargo of gravel and sand when it grounded.  The crew were able to refloat the vessel under its own power and proceeded to Maloy to be inspected for damage.   No reports of injuries to the five crew and no pollution was released.

Photo: nrk.no
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Polar Wind

Polar Wind

Photo: fremonttugboat.com

The 32 meter long tug Polar Wind went aground in Cold Bay, Alaska.  The tug was towing a barge with 90 containers when it struck by bad weather with 8 foot seas and winds reaching 40 miles per hour.   The crew contacted the Coast Guard who dispatched a helicopter the scene.  The helicopter was able to winch all five crewmen to safety.  The Coast Guard will monitor the situation for any pollution released.  Reports state the Polar Wind has suffered some water ingress.  No details on the status of the barge.

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