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T/V CHEM VENUS; Portsmouth, NH

Portsmouth, NH | 2016-Jun-30

Initial Notification: On June 29, 2016, the Tank Vessel CHEM VENUS was outbound in the Piscataqua River (border of Maine and NH)when it struck a ledge near Goat Island and proceeded to strike 3 moored sailing vessels. No injuries. No pollution or cargo release has been reported and observations by boat and aircraft confirm no pollution.

Incident Details
Primary threat:Oil
Tags:Grounding
Total amount at risk of spill: 30000 gallons
Latitude (approximate): 43° 2.68′ North
Longitude (approximate): 70° 42.91′ West