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Sparna

Sparna

Sparna
Photo: kptv.com

The 189 meter long, 54881 dwt bulk carrier Sparna ran aground on the Columbia River near Cathlamet, Washington. The Sparna, fully loaded with grain, passed through a narrow section of the river when it stuck an object and ran aground. The bulker sustained hull damage and suffered water ingress, but no reports of injuries or pollution released. Two tugs were dispatched to the scene. The Coast Guard and local authorities arrived on scene and are monitoring for any pollution.  Reports state the Sparna is not blocking traffic on the river.


Bergen

Bergen

Bergen
Photo: thenewstribune.com

On March 10, the 57 foot long fishing vessel Bergen was wrecked along the shore in Squalicum Harbor, Washington.  The Bergen was berthed in Bellingham Bay when 70 mph winds caused the mooring lines to snap.  The wind blew the fishing vessel away from the dock and onto the seawall.  The three crew on board awoke to find the vessel going to pieces. Two were able to don their survival suits before jumping into the sea.  The third had to dive into the water before he could put his suit on.  All three were later rescued by the Coast Guard.  No reports of injuries.  Authorities placed a boom around the sunken Bergen to contain any pollution released.

Yakima

Yakima

Yakima
Photo: sanjuanjournal.com

The 117 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Yakima caught fire while berthed in Friday Harbor, Washington.  The fire started in the vessel’s engine room by a short in an electrical panel. Smoke from the fire was spotted by a deckhand and the crew quickly responded and extinguish the blaze in a few minutes. No reports of injuries. All the passengers on board safely evacuated.  A tug arrived later the same day and towed the ferry from the berth.  Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.