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Ciudad de Sóller

Ciudad de Sóller

Ciudad de Sóller

On the evening of August 18, the 188 meter long, 7823 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Ciudad de Sóller (IMO: 9137997) caught fire in the Mediterranean Sea while docked at Valencia, Spain. The fire was started by an auxiliary engine located in the engine room. The local fire brigade was called out and was able to quickly extinguish the blaze.  There were no reports of injuries.  Reports stated there were no crew present in the engine room and there were no passengers on board the vessel at the time of the incident. Authorities have stated that the Ciudad de Sóller had sustained damage from the fire, but it was limited to the area around the auxiliary engine.  The Ciudad de Sóller was taken out of service for inspections, but is expected to return to service.

 

Valencia

Valencia

VALENCIA

The 110 meter long self-propelled barge Valencia went aground on the Danube River near Straubing, Germany.  The Valencia was headed downstream with 1700 tons of wood pellets when it  grounded onto the far left side of the bank to allow to another vessel to pass upstream.  Traffic was allowed to continued at a reduced speed.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. The water police have launched an investigation into the incident.  Reports state the vessel may need to be lightered before it can be refloated.

 

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MSC Alabama

MSC Alabama

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The 243 meter long, 42966 dwt container ship MSC Alabama suffered a cargo shift near Valencia, Spain.   The MSC Alabama was proceeding to Valencia from Perama when several containers shifted in heavy seas.   No reports of injuries or damage to the vessel.   Reports state several containers fell overboard.

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