Laura M
The 19 meter long tug Laura M suffered a fire while at Rosyth, Scotland. The fire started in the engine room and was quickly extinguished by the crew. No reports of injuries and no pollution was released.
Phil Pasig
The tug Phil Pasig capsized and sank near Luzon, Philippines. The tug was towing a barge to Batangas when it was struck by a storm. The storm pushed the Phil Pasig off course and went aground. The next day the tug Alphard arrived on scene to begin salvage operations on the Phil Pasig. The Alphard was able to refloat the Pasig and took the tug under tow when a large wave struck. The wave overturned the Phil Pasig leaving just a portion of the hull above water. The five crew on board found themselves trapped inside the overturn tug. Four crew managed to escape and reach the surface. They were quickly rescued and later taken to hospital. The body of the crewman who perished was also recovered. No pollution was reported.
Arthur J and Madison
The 110 foot long dredging barge Arthur J. sank on Lake Huron near the entrance to the St. Clair River at Lakeport State Beach , Michigan. The Arthur J. was being pushed by the 38 foot long tug Madison when it encountered a storm with 15 to 20 knot winds and heavy rain. The Madison capsized in the storm while the Arthur J. sank. No reports of injuries and the crew were all rescued. An oil spill was spotted around both vessels. Reports state that some 300 gallons on the tug and 1,500 gallons on the barge. The Coast Guard deployed some 1400 feet of boom to contain the spill, but some oil has washed ashore. The Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the incident.
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