M/V Wellborn; Georges Clemenceau, Taolagnaro, Madagascar

Georges Clemenceau, Taolagnaro, Madagascar | 1994-Nov-15

Initial Notification: In November of 1994, the M/V Wellborn grounded in southern Madagascar off the town of Ft. Dauphin with storm damage to the hull. During a subsequent storm, the ship broke in two, spilling an undetermined amount of heavy (and other) oils. The primary cargo was manganese. NOAA's participation was requested via both IMO and the World Wildlife Fund.