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Aston Trader II Aground

Aston Trader II Aground

The 190 meter long, 55496 dwt freighter Aston Trader II went aground on the San Joaquin River.   The Aston Trader II was proceeding to Stockton when it temporarily lost control and went aground.   The Coast Guard responded to the scene and an inspection showed no significant damage and no pollution being released.  Two tugs were able to free the Aston Trader II and the vessels proceeded to Stockton.   The freighter had no cargo at the time of the incident.  An investigation is being conducted.

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Barge Allision

Barge Allision

A barge being towed by two towing vessels, the 65-foot Shannan C (Imo 8991724) and 22 meter long Portier I, allided with the Highway 90 Bridge over Chef Menteur Pass which connects Lake Pontchartrain to Lake Borgne near New Orleans, Louisiana.  The barge caused considerable damage to the bridge forcing officials to close the bridge to vehicle and marine traffic.   Estimates place the cost of damage near $100,000.    The Coast Guard is conducting an investigation into the incident.

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Elizabeth Ann

Elizabeth Ann

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The 50 foot fishing vessel Elizabeth Ann suffered a fire in it’s engine room while off Gloucester, Massachusetts.   The crew contacted the Coast Guard that the vessel was on fire, but soon were forced from the wheelhouse due to the thick black smoke.    This cutoff the two man crew from the fire extinguishers and communication gear.   Two nearby vessels heard the distress call responded to the scene.  Using the fire extinguishers from these vessels, the crew of the Elizabeth Ann were able to contain the fire until the Coast Guard 47 foot lifeboat reached the scene.  The fire was later extinguished and the Elizabeth Ann was taken under tow back to Gloucester.   No reports of injuries.

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