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Multiple Fishing Vessels Lost

Multiple Fishing Vessels Lost

Kvæøya
photo: ht.no

On January 29, a storm struck northern Norway resulting in some unexpected damage. The 16 meter long fishing vessel Toskjær sank at the dock in Tømmervika.  The 25 meter long fishing vessel Vest Cut sank off Vesterålen. Two additional vessels sank at the wharf at Kvæøya. Weather reports had predicted bad weather, but the storm gusts were much stronger than anticipated. Witnesses stated after the winds had calmed, one vessel sank completely while the other only had the top of the wheelhouse was only visible. Authorities reported later that diesel fuel had leaked from the Toskjær. The Toskjær had 2.5 tons of diesel on board when it sank.  Booms have been placed around the sunken vessel to contain any further pollution released. No reports of injuries.

Vesteralen

Vesteralen

The 108 meter long, 900 dwt passenger ferry Vesteralen allided with the pier at Bergen, Norway.   The ferry was approaching the pier at high speed when the it  lost power.   Unable to slow down, the bow struck the quay resulting in an one meter gash in the hull.  The gangway sustained damage releasing some 3,000 litres of hydraulic oil released into the sea.   No reports of injuries to the 84 passengers and 41 crew on board.   The local fire brigade deployed containment booms.   Reports state visibility was poor due to the thick fog in the area.

 

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