Korean Container Ship Loses Complete Power; Drifts For 2 Days In The Pacific

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While sailing to South Korea from Portland, the SM Busan on Christmas Eve lost power and was drifting constantly for two days before the tug boats escorted it to Constance Bank. It was later moved to Ogden Point when strong winds died.

Crew members on the Korean container vessel started draining oil from the massive vessel on Monday so critical mechanical repairs may get underway, informed a Greater Victoria Harbour Authority spokesman. The 304-metre-long SM Busan, loaded with containers, is...

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