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Faxborg aground

Faxborg aground

Faxborg aground shipwreck
Photo: vafo.dk

The 65 meter long cargo vessel Faxborg ran aground in the Vejle Fjord near Vejle, Denmark.  The Faxborg had misssed the turn to the entrance to the fjord when it ran aground.  Authorities responded to the scene dispatching patrol and pollution control vessels.  Tugs arrived the following day and pulled the Faxborg free.  The Faxborg was taken to Vejle where authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.  Reports state none of the crew on board for influence of alcohol.