Vessel that Reported ‘Vibrations’ Near Neebish Island ‘Structurally Sound’: U.S. Coast Guard

Vessel that reported ‘vibrations’ near Neebish Island ‘structurally sound’: U.S. Coast Guard

A vessel that reported “vibrations” along the St. Mary’s River earlier this month is “structurally sound” and fit to make the 28-hour transit from Carbide Dock to Fraser Shipyards in Superior, Wisc., the U.S. Coast Guard said.

Authorities Respond To Bulk Carrier Grounding In St. Marys River - mfame.guru

A self-discharging bulk carrier transporting approximately 29,000 tonnes of limestone ran aground on June 8 in the St. Marys River near Neebish Island, prompting a coordinated emergency response from U.S. authorities. The incident occurred at approximately 3:50 p.m., when the vessel encountered significant vibrations while navigating a turn near Johnson Point. The ship is currently anchored at Hay Lake, where it remains under monitoring. Importa…