F/V MISS Rhianna; Brazos Santiago Pass, TX

Brazos Santiago Pass, TX | 2008-Nov-24

Initial Notification: On Monday evening, 24 Nov. 2008, NOAA’s Emergency Response Division was requested to provide a trajectory in support of a grounded vessel at the Brazos Santiago Pass Jetty near South Padre Island, TX. The F/V MISS MARHANNA is reported to have grounded late on 22 Nov. 2008. Heavy seas in the area have created a concern that the vessel could be further damaged and release diesel fuel in this highly sensitive area. The vessel is reported to have 15,000 gallons of diesel onboard.