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Day: March 29, 2012

Fortuna

Fortuna

Photo: Harry Wahlvåg

The 87 meter long, 3735 dwt freighter Fortuna ran aground near Helvik, Egersund, Norway.  Initial attempt to refloat the Fortuna failed, but the vessel was refloated next day with the assistance of a tug and a lifeboat from the Norway Sea Rescue .   The freighter’s hull was holed from the grounding.   No reports of injuries or pollution being released.

 

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