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Sabret

Sabret

The 42 meter long ferry Sabret caught fire on the Marmara Sea near Istanbul, Turkey.  The Sabret was bound for excursion around the Prince Islands with 100 passengers when the fire broke out in the engine room.  The fire spewed out dense smoke.  The crew requested assistance with several rescue boats, a tug and a ferry responding.   The passengers and crew of the Sabret were transferred to the ferry Caddebostan.  The fire was extinguished a short time later.  Reports state several passengers suffered smoke inhalation and were taken to hospital for treatment.

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Aquafortune

Aquafortune

Photo: haber7.com
Photo: haber7.com

The 290 meter long, 174725  dwt bulk freighter Aquafortune went aground in the Black Sea near Zonguldak, Turkey.  The Aquafortune was maneuvering to enter the port when it ran aground into shallow water.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Authorities report the vessel is being inspected by divers and will be salvaged later.  The Aquafortune was en route to Zonguldak from South Africa with 150,000 tons of coal.

 

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Boca

Boca

BOCA

The 81 meter long, 3054 dwt freighter Boca caught fire while off Canakkale, Turkey.   The 14 crew on board were evacuated while firefighters were able to bring the fire under control a few hours later.  No reports of injuries.   The Boca was en route to Psacla from Varna with 2798 tons of wheat.  No further details reported.

 

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