M/V Alma Llanera; Hillsboro Inlet, Florida

Hillsboro Inlet, Florida | 1987-Oct-13

Initial Notification: On October 13, 1987, the M/V Alma Llanera was struck broadside by a reported 40-foot wave 20 miles east of Hillsboro Inlet, Florida. As a result, the cargo in the vessel's main hold shifted, causing the ship to list 40-45 degrees to port. Fearing the ship would capsize in the 30-knot winds and 10-15 foot seas, the crew abandoned ship, which was reported to be carrying 38,650 gallons of diesel and 2,640 gallons of lube oil. USCG district 7.