Torvang

Torvang

The 68 meter long, 2818 dwt freighter Torvang suffered damage while en route to Kristiansund from Sunndalsøra.  The freighter arrived in Kristiansund. when the crew discovered the vessel had suffered water ingress in the cargo hold.   A small gash was found on the starboard bow just below the waterline.   The crew requested assistance from the local fire brigade who brought dewatering pumps and divers to the scene.   The divers were able to patch the hole while the pumps cleared the hold of water.  No reports of injuries or pollution being released.

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Lori Ann

Lori Ann

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The 77 foot long fishing vessel Lori Ann went aground  in the harbour at New Bedford, Massachusetts.  The vessel had been blown free from its mooring during heavy gales and went hard aground near the hurricane barrier.   A tug was requested and attempted to refloat the Lori Ann during the next high tide.  However, the high winds and shallow water kept the fishing vessel stuck in the mud.   The Lori Ann’s fuel and water will be removed before another salvage attempt will be made.  No reports of injuries or pollution released.

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Denizkonak

Denizkonak

The 80 meter long, 3350 dwt freighter Denizkonak became disabled in the Dardanelles near Lapseki, Turkey.  The Denizkonak had suffered engine failure and requested assistance from authorities.  A tug was dispatched and the freighter was taken to a safe anchorage.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.  The Denizkonak was en route to Psachna, Greece from Instanbul

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