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Vessel Jeljelet Ae sinks

Vessel Jeljelet Ae sinks

Likiep Atoll
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The vessel Jeljelet Ae sank off the Likiep Atoll, Marshall Islands with 20 crew and passengers onboard. A few hours after the Jeljelet Ae left Majuro, it radioed that it was in trouble. The crew and passengers abandoned to a life raft which was spotted by a plane. A sport fishing vessel chartered by the Jeljelet Ae owner reached the life raft and rescue all 20 onboard. Reports state the vessel encountered heavy seas and the Jeljelet Ae was in poor condition. The owner stated the vessels were in need of refit and overhaul in drydock. The supply vessel was loaded with heavy equipment and building materials for a new school on Likiep Atoll.

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Kang Bong foundered

Kang Bong foundered

East China Sea
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The 2650 dwt freighter Kang Bong foundered off Lianyungang, China in the East China Sea. The vessel had water ingress while sailing in a strong gale. Two helicopters and a rescue ship were sent to rescue the 20 crew onboard the Kang Bong. Reports state 3 have been rescued, 2 perished and 15 listed as missing. Rescue efforts have been hamper by gale force winds.

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