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F/V Miss Sonya; 2 mi E of Gloucester, MA

2 mi E of Gloucester, MA | 2008-Mar-25

Initial Notification: During the morning of 25Mar08, the F/V Miss Sonya sank in approximately 100ft of water about 2 mi south of the entrance to Gloucester Harbor, MA. Location of sinking was 42deg 32.7'N -- 70deg 40.8'W. A 1.5 nmi long sheen has been reported. Approximately 800 gals. of diesel on board. USCG has requested that NOAA provide spill trajectory and fate/effects of release.

Incident Details
Primary threat:Oil
Products of concern:Diesel
Total amount at risk of spill: 800 gallons
Latitude (approximate): 42° 32.70′ North
Longitude (approximate): 70° 40.80′ West