On Wednesday, a freight ship called for aid from a U.S Coast Guard ship after leaving San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Departing in advance of Tropical Storm Isaias, the ship dealt with treacherous problems at the sea. A Mayday VHF radio transmission was obtained by the U.S Coast Guard in the market ofSan Juan The transmission was being made by the Captain of the MV island Express.
MV Island Express is a roll-on/roll-off freight ship, determining an incredible 412 foot, birthing the flag of Cyprus.
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The captain reported that nearly 75% of the greatest onboard were complete, owing to a busted pipeline in the engine space, as well as asked for instant support.
Ironically, the 18 participant team, in addition to the ship, had actually left the Port of San Juan predicting the arrival of Tropical Cyclone 9, with hopes of preventing the exact same.
Image Credits: USCG
Aided by Response Boats as well as an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter, the ship was efficiently saved as well as reminded the Port of San Juan.
“Our boat crews responded immediately to launch two 33-foot small boats from their trailers and the 45-foot Response Boat Medium utilizing the mobile boat hoist,” stated Lance Wiser, Officer In Charge, Station San Juan.
Currently, the ship, in addition to the 18 team participants onboard, is tied in San Juan securely.
Reference: gCaptain
