Shipwreck Log

Reports state a fishing boat ran aground near Veerampattinam, India. The boat was attempting to enter the Thengaithittu estuary when it struck bottom.  The hull was badly damage on the rocks, but none of the seven crewmen on board were injured.  The fishing boat rolled onto its side and declared a loss.  An excavator was used to breakup the vessel and pull parts ashore. Fishermen report that the estuary has not been dredged causing the water to be very shallow.  Fishing boats must enter the harbour only the hour when the tide is high enough.