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Adriana M

Adriana M

Adriana M
Photo: eluniversal.com.mx

The fishing vessel Adriana M caught fire south of Chacahua Bay, Oaxaca, Mexico.  The fire started during the early morning hours and quickly spread through the vessel’s superstructure. The 24 crew on board the Adriana M sent out a distress call and shot flares before escaping into life rafts. As the fire consumed the tuna boat, the 183 meter long tanker Centenario headed to the scene.  The tanker rescued all 24 crew along with 2 dogs from the Adriana M. and proceeded to Salina Cruz.  The cause of the fire was not reported.  No reports of injuries.

Inzhener Nazarov

Inzhener Nazarov

Inzhener Nazarov

On April 20, the 132 meter long, 4700 dwt tanker Inzhener Nazarov became stuck in the ice on the Volga River in the Saratov Reservoir, Russia. The Inzhener Nazarov was en route to Samara from Azov when it became stuck in heavy ice.  Unable to free itself, the vessel requested assistance. An icebreaker was dispatched from Rosmorport to break free the tanker. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.

Dongfang Glory

Dongfang Glory

Dongfang Glory
Photo: thestar.com.my

The 112 meter long, 4347 gt tanker Dongfang Glory exploded and caught fire on the Batang Belawai  near Tanjung Manis, Malaysia. The tanker was undergoing maintenance with 17 crew and 5 repair workers when an there was an explosion followed by a fire on the main deck.  Authorities were alerted and dispatched the nearby fire brigade to the scene.  Before fire fighters arrived, the crew of the Dongfang Glory were able to douse the fire. Two crew members and the master of the Dongfang Glory sustained injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment.