Sunken Fishing Vessel, MAMA JUNE; Gulf of Mexico
Gulf of Mexico | 2007-Nov-17
Initial Notification: Shortly after noon on 17 November 2008, the regional NOAA Scientific Support Coordinator was notified of a fishing vessel sinking in the Gulf of Mexico. The F/V Mama June was reported to have sank at 28° 11.04' N Lat. 092° 41.18' W Long. Three crew members were rescued. USCG MSU Port Arthur requests a trajectory analysis for a 11,000 gallon potential release (the capacity of the tank). Latter it was learned that on 2,000-2,500 gallons were onboard.
Incident Details
| Primary threat: | Oil |
| Products of concern: | Diesel |
| Total amount at risk of spill: | 11000 gallons |
| Latitude (approximate): | 28° 11.04′ North |
| Longitude (approximate): | 92° 41.18′ West |