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world-news2 years ago

"Miracle at Sea: Fisherman's Watch Sparks Rescue after 23-Hour Ordeal in Shark-Infested Waters"

New Zealand fisherman Will Fransen was rescued after treading water for 23 hours when he fell off his boat without a life jacket. He managed to survive, despite a shark encounter, by using the reflection from his wristwatch to signal a passing boat. Rescued in a hypothermic state, Fransen plans to improve the safety features on his boat, which remains missing. His survival story is considered remarkable by both himself and his rescuers.

via Reuters|
##fisherman#maritimesafety
world-news2 years ago

"Stranded Fisherman's Watch Reflection Spurs 'Miracle' Rescue Amid Sharks"

A New Zealand fisherman was rescued after nearly 24 hours at sea when he used his watch's reflection to signal for help. He had fallen overboard while fishing for marlin and survived a night in the ocean, even encountering a shark. Three other fishermen spotted the reflection and saved him from hypothermia and exhaustion. The man expressed gratitude to his rescuers and emergency services, while police remarked on the miraculous nature of his survival. The search for his missing boat continues.

via NBC News|
##fishermanrescue#maritimesafety
world-news-maritime-incidents2 years ago

"Lithium-Ion Battery Blaze Engulfs Cargo Ship, Prompting Offshore Safety Measures"

The Genius Star XI, a ship carrying 800 tonnes of Lithium-Ion batteries, experienced a fire on Christmas Day, which was contained by the crew using carbon dioxide. The US Coast Guard has been monitoring the situation and has reported that the vessel is stable with no heat detected in the cargo holds, although the affected hold remains sealed. The ship is currently stationed near Broad Bay, Alaska, with emergency towing arrangements in place. The cause of the fire is unknown, and the incident highlights the risks associated with transporting large quantities of Li-Ion batteries, which are increasingly used in various applications worldwide.

via The Register|
##geniusstarxi#lithiumionbatteryfire
us-and-world2 years ago

"Lithium-Ion Battery Blaze Engulfs Cargo Ship Off Dutch Harbor, Alaska"

The U.S. Coast Guard is managing a fire on the cargo ship Genius Star XI, carrying lithium-ion batteries, by keeping it 2 miles offshore of Dutch Harbor, Alaska. The fire started on Christmas Day, and the crew has taken measures to prevent an explosion. No injuries or oil leaks have been reported, and the Coast Guard has established a safety zone around the vessel while a team evaluates the situation. The city of Unalaska is prioritizing community safety and environmental protection as the situation is actively monitored. An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.

via NBC Connecticut|
##alaska#cargoshipfire
environment-and-safety2 years ago

"Lithium-Ion Battery Blaze Engulfs Cargo Ship Off Dutch Harbor, Alaska"

The cargo ship Genius Star XI, carrying lithium-ion batteries, is being kept offshore near Dutch Harbor, Alaska, due to a fire in its hold that started on Christmas Day. The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone around the vessel to mitigate risks, and the ship's crew has taken measures to prevent an explosion. There have been no injuries or oil leaks reported, and a team of experts is on board to assess and manage the situation. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

via NBC News|
##alaska#cargoshipfire
news-maritime-incidents2 years ago

"Lithium-Ion Battery Blaze Engulfs Cargo Ship Near Dutch Harbor, Alaska"

A fire broke out aboard the cargo ship Genius Star XI, carrying nearly 2,000 tons of lithium-ion batteries, off the Alaskan coast. The U.S. Coast Guard reported no injuries among the 19 crew members and stated the ship remains seaworthy. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and the vessel has been ordered to stay two miles offshore with a one-mile safety zone established around it. One of the fires was extinguished by the ship's firefighting systems, while the other is being monitored after the crew sealed off the affected cargo hold. Environmental concerns are mitigated as the ship remains intact, preventing potential ocean contamination from its cargo and fuel.

via The New York Times|
##geniusstarxi#lithiumionbatteries
environment-and-safety2 years ago

"Lithium-Ion Battery Blaze Engulfs Ship Near Dutch Harbor, Alaska"

The U.S. Coast Guard is managing a fire aboard the cargo ship Genius Star XI, which has been burning for five days due to a load of lithium-ion batteries. The ship is being kept 2 miles off the shore of Dutch Harbor, Alaska, to mitigate risks to the community, environment, and fisheries. The 19 crew members are unharmed, and there have been no oil leaks reported. Safety zones have been established, and a team of experts is on board to assess and address the situation. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

via Fortune|
##alaska#cargoshipfire
environment-and-safety2 years ago

"Alaskan Coast Guard Manages Offshore Cargo Ship Fire Involving Lithium Batteries"

The Genius Star XI, a cargo ship carrying lithium-ion batteries, is being kept offshore near Dutch Harbor, Alaska, due to a fire in its hold that started on Christmas Day. The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone around the vessel to mitigate risks, and the ship's crew has taken measures to prevent an explosion. There have been no injuries or oil leaks reported, and a team of experts is on board to assess and manage the situation. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

via Yahoo Finance|
##alaska#cargoshipfire
environment-and-safety2 years ago

"Alaskan Coast Guard Battles Fire on Lithium-Ion Laden Cargo Ship Off Dutch Harbor"

The Genius Star XI, a cargo ship transporting lithium-ion batteries from Vietnam to San Diego, is being kept offshore near Dutch Harbor, Alaska, due to a fire in its cargo hold that started on Christmas Day. The U.S. Coast Guard has established a safety zone around the vessel to mitigate risks, and the ship's crew has taken measures to prevent an explosion. There have been no injuries or oil leaks reported, and a team of experts is on board to assess and manage the situation. The Coast Guard will investigate the cause of the fire.

via Yahoo News|
##alaska#cargoshipfire
environment-and-safety2 years ago

"Lithium-Ion Battery Blaze Keeps Cargo Ship at Bay Near Dutch Harbor, Alaska"

The cargo ship Genius Star XI, carrying lithium-ion batteries, is being kept 2 miles offshore from an Alaska port due to a fire in its hold. The U.S. Coast Guard and a team of marine firefighting experts are working to extinguish the flames and assess the situation, with no injuries reported among the 19 crew members. The ship, which was en route from Vietnam to San Diego, has not shown signs of structural damage or oil leaks, but is under a safety zone to protect the local community and environment. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

via The Associated Press|
##alaska#cargoshipfire
emergency-response2 years ago

"USCG Responds to Lithium Battery Blaze on Cargo Ship Near Dutch Harbor"

The U.S. Coast Guard is responding to a fire aboard the cargo vessel Genius Star XI, which is carrying lithium-ion batteries, approximately 225 miles southwest of Dutch Harbor, Alaska. The fire, contained within the cargo hold, prompted the dispatch of an HC-130 airplane and the Coast Guard Cutter Alex Haley to assist the vessel, which will remain offshore as a safety zone is established. The crew's quick response has been commended, and an investigation into the fire's cause will follow the response efforts.

via U.S. Coast Guard|
##coastguard#dutchharbor