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F/V Angel Dawn Aground; Oregon Inlet, NC

Oregon Inlet, NC | 2003-Mar-05

Initial Notification: On March 5, 2003 the F/V Angel Dawn ran aground and was abandoned. The ship crew was rescued by USCG. An overflight the next day showed debris and 2 sheens heading away from the shore. No shoreline and environmental impacts.

Incident Details
Primary threat:Oil
Tags:Grounding
Products of concern:diesel fuel
Total amount at risk of spill: 3,200 gallons
Latitude (approximate): 35° 42.16′ North
Longitude (approximate): 75° 31.00′ West