F/V Blue Max; Columbia River Mouth

Columbia River Mouth | 2001-Feb-15

Initial Notification: NOAA HAZMAT was notified at 1152 PST by MSO Portland that the 70' FV BLUE MAX had capsized off the entrance to the Columbia River. The vessel was reported to have 8000 gallons of diesel on board. The capsized vessel position was reported as 46?14.3'N, 124?7.5'W at 1100 and 46?14.5N, 124?8.5'W at 1225. Sheens were reported in the water in the vicinity of the vessel. NOAA was requested to provide weather and trajectory support. USCG district 13.