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Cap Blanche

Cap Blanche

CAP_BLANCHE

The 222 meter long, 37882 dwt container ship Cap Blanche went aground off Steveston, British Columbia, Canada.  The Cap Blanche was able to refloat itself a short time later.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  Canadian authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

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Burrard Clean No. 9

Burrard Clean No. 9

Photo: cbc.ca
Photo: cbc.ca

The 56 meter long, 93 dwt oil recovery vessel Burrard Clean No. 9 went aground near the mouth of the Fraser River near Steveston, British Columbia.  The Burrard Clean No. 9 struck an uncharted sandbar when it changed course to avoid collision with a ferry.   No reports of injuires.   The oil recovery vessel was able to refloat itself a short time later.   No damage and no pollution was released.   Reports state the Burrard Clean No. 9 safely proceeded to Vancouver.

 

 Burrard Clean No. 9

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