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Bow Jubail

Bow Jubail

Bow Jubail

The 183 meter long, 37500 dwt tanker Bow Jubail allided with a pier at Rotterdam, Netherlands.  The Bow Jubail had a pilot on board and was being escorted by a tug when it struck the jetty against the starboard hull. The hull was breached rupturing the bunker tanks. Some 217 tons of fuel oil spilt out of the Bow Jubail into the harbor.  No reports of injuries to the 29 crew on board. 

Authorities dispatched harbor vessels and fire boats to the scene to contain the pollution.  Booms were placed to help contain some of the oil, but reports state the pollution may impact shorelines.  Several reports state wildlife including birds were found to be coated by oil.  Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Chem Norma

Chem Norma

Chem Norma
Photo: ctvnews.ca

The 144 meter long, 17095 dwt tanker Chem Norma ran aground on the St. Lawrence River near Montreal, Quebec. The Chem Norma had departed from Montreal headed for Sarnia when it grounded near Morrisburg, Ontario.  The tanker had suffered steering failure and grounded just outside the navigation channel.  Authorities were contacted and inspected the vessel for damage. A survey found no water ingress or pollution released. Reports state the Chem Norma will be refloated assisted by tugs if necessary.  No reports of injuries.

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.