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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