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M/V Serena III; Fort Lauderdale, FL

Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2016-Jan-25

Initial Notification: On January 25, 2016, the 39 meter (106 ft) Super Yacht Serena III sank 13 nautical miles off Fort Lauderdale, FL in 1200 feet of water. The USCG responded and rescued all 13 passengers without any injuries. The vessel sank with 7000 gallons of diesel fuel onboard. USCG requested trajectory forecast and weather.

Incident Details
Primary threat:Oil
Products of concern:diesel fuel
Total amount at risk of spill: 7000 gallons
Latitude (approximate): 26° 10.00′ North
Longitude (approximate): 79° 51.50′ West