FV Chippewa; Unimak Island, Alaska
Unimak Island, Alaska | 2016-Jun-20
Initial Notification: On June 19, 2016, the 44' F/V Chippewa grounded at Cape Pankof on Unimak Island, Alaska. The vessel is holed on its starboard side and could not be pulled free. No sheen has been observed; maximum potential is 1000 gallons diesel. Crew were rescued by good Samaritan vessel and enroute to King Cove. Resolve Marine has been contacted for salvage.
Incident Details
| Primary threat: | Oil |
| Tags: | Grounding |
| Products of concern: | diesel |
| Total amount at risk of spill: | 1000 gallons |
| Latitude (approximate): | 54° 40.90′ North |
| Longitude (approximate): | 163° 2.70′ West |