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F/V Pacific Rim; Westport, WA 98595, USA

Westport, WA 98595, USA | 2016-Oct-24

Initial Notification: On October 24, 2016, the USCG Sector Columbia River notified NOAA ERD that the F/V Pacific Rim is grounded on a sand bar just south of the Westport Marina in Grays Harbor, WA. The 60-foot vessel sank at approximately 0400 yesterday and is reported to be carrying 250 gallons of diesel fuel. No oil release has been observed but trajectory support was requested in the event of a release.

Incident Details
Primary threat:Oil
Tags:Grounding
Products of concern:Diesel
Total amount at risk of spill: 250 gallons
Latitude (approximate): 46° 54.11′ North
Longitude (approximate): 124° 5.44′ West