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M/V Olympic; Apple Tree Cove

Apple Tree Cove | 2016-Dec-10

Initial Notification: On December 10, 2016, the USCG notified the NW SSC of a 51 ft recreational vessel that broke free from anchorage and drifted towards shore, grounding and overturning in 12 ft of water near Kingston, WA. The owner estimates is that there was 200 gallons diesel on board. Contractor planning to remove fuel in place, owner to salvage.

Incident Details
Primary threat:Oil
Products of concern:Diesel
Total amount at risk of spill: 200 gallons
Latitude (approximate): 47° 47.40′ North
Longitude (approximate): 122° 29.40′ West