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Golden Miller

Golden Miller

Photo: g1.globo.com
Photo: g1.globo.com

The 145 meter long LPG tanker Golden Miller suffered explosion while berthed at Aratú, Brazil.  The Golden Miller was loading 5,800 tons of propane gas when a compressor failed causing the explosion and resulting fire.  A large plume of black smoke covered the vessel.  The local fire brigade responded and was able to bring the fire under control aided by six tugs equipped with water cannons. Two crewmen of 22 crew members on board suffered minor injuries.  Authorities placed oil boom around the vessel as oil pollution was released.  Reports states nearby residents report a strong smell of fuel in the area.

 

 

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Theresa Bitung

Theresa Bitung

Theresa Bitung

The 172 meter long, 29995 dwt chemical tanker Theresa Bitung caught fire while en route  to Singapore from China.  The tanker was proceeding with just ballast between Vung Tau, Vietnam and the Spratly Islands when a fire started in the vessel’s engine room.  The blaze quickly grew out of control as it spread through the superstructure.  The crew of 26  were able to send out a distress call before they abandoned ship into the lifeboats.  Authorities out of MRCC Hainan received the distress call and coordinated rescue efforts.  The 58722 dwt bulk carrier Maiden Voyage responded to the scene and rescued all the crew a few hours later.  No reports of injuries.  The Theresa Bitung was last reported adrift and still on fire.  The owners have dispatched a tug and other vessels to scene.  No details were provided if the tanker will be salvaged, scrapped or sunk.

The Maiden Voyage came to the rescue of the Theresa Bitung crew.
The Maiden Voyage came to the rescue of the Theresa Bitung crew.

 

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