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Following Storms In Cornwall, Low Tide In Carbis Bay Shows Three Shipwrecks

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The wreckage of three ships that sank on a Cornish beach has been uncovered as a result of winter storms and exceptionally low tides, as reported by ITV.

Crew members saved

At Carbis Bay in January 2021, the iron steamships Cintra, Vulture, and Bessie were also exposed, but to a lesser degree.

On the beach between St. Ives and Hayle, the ragged remains of the steam collier Bessie are a common sight, but residents claim they have never seen so much of the wreck.

In a fierce...

https://mfame.guru/following-storms-in-cornwall-low-tide-in-carbis-bay-shows-three-shipwrecks/

Cargo Ship Capsizes Off Japan’s Coast

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Nine crew members remain missing after a cargo ship capsized off Japan’s Nagasaki prefecture on Wednesday. 

Distress Signal

The coast guard said it received a distress signal from the Hong Kong-flagged vessel Jin Tian late on Tuesday night as it cruised 110 kilometers (68 miles) west of the Danjo Islands in the East China Sea with a crew of 22 people aboard. The crew – 14 Chinese and eight Myanmar nationals – are believed to have been transferred to lifeboats before...

https://mfame.guru/cargo-ship-capsizes-off-japans-coast/

How to Prepare for Tropical Storms and Minimize Recovery Time

Depending on where you are located in the world, a tropical storm measuring wind speeds of over 74mph is either known as a Hurricane, Cyclone or Typhoon. For this discussion, we will refer to them as Hurricanes, but the information and guidance remain relevant.

From wind damage and flooding to power outages and supply chain disruption, the hazards posed by hurricanes are vast. In response, it’s important to have a robust Disaster Management Plan in place to minimize the impact on operations and...

https://mfame.guru/how-to-prepare-for-tropical-storms-and-minimize-recovery-time/

Worst Memorial Day storms in US history

Flooded neighborhood.

Here are a few of the most devastating — and unforgettable — Memorial Day weekend storms.

Lake Park, Iowa, tornado (1942)

On Memorial Day 1942, a tornado ripped through farmlands in northwestern Iowa near the Minnesota border. The storm stayed on the ground for about 11 miles, damaging or destroying buildings, trees and livestock on 15 farms. Barns, silos, chicken coops, machine sheds and windmills were blown down, with electricity and telephone services cut off almost immediately.

Memorial Day...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/worst-memorial-day-storms-in-us-history

Boxship Caught In Cyclone, 1 Lost , 3 Injured

A container ship lost one crew overboard, three other crew were injured, in Arabian sea off Mangalore, India, reports Maritime Bulletin.

What happened?

A container ship lost one crew overboard, three other crew were injured, in the evening May 15 in Arabian sea off Mangalore, India.

The ship left Mangalore on May 15, bound for Hazira, and encountered very rough weather, brought by cyclone Tauktau.

4 crew were performing their job on a cargo deck, when the wave struck.

Medical assistance

The ship...

https://mfame.guru/boxship-caught-in-cyclone-1-lost-3-injured/

Disastrous Winter Storm Wreaks Havoc In The Southern Plains

A destructive winter storm Sunday hit the southern Plains, making travel dangerous and slowing down supply chains due to potential road closures, reports Freight Waves.

The lethal Storm

The storm has caused widespread power outages and has led to highway accidents and airport closings.

Snow and ice piled up across several states and will cause more issues Monday and Tuesday from eastern Texas to the Mississippi, Tennessee and Ohio valleys.

Power problems

As of Monday evening, about 3.8 million...

https://mfame.guru/disastrous-winter-storm-wreaks-havoc-in-the-southern-plains/

Truck drivers’ favorite weather movies: Part 2

Trucker watching movie in his sleeper compartment.

Truck drivers need downtime just like the rest of us, even when they’re on the road. Watching a movie can be an entertaining way to pass the time, and several memorable films have been centered around weather. In a FreightWaves Twitter survey, this is how drivers ranked four popular weather-themed flicks.

‘The Perfect Storm’ (2000)

Before Wolfgang Petersen remade the classic “Poseidon Adventure,” he already created one visually dynamic weather movie set on the high seas. Based on the novel by...

https://s29755.pcdn.co/news/truck-drivers-favorite-weather-movies-part-2

VLCC Tanker Caught in Storm Remain Adrift

VLCC tanker caught in storm, ordered to remain adrift, reports Maritime Bulletin.

What happened?

VLCC crude oil tanker was cruising in the North Sea, waiting for orders in ballast, since mid November. 

Tanker was caught in a passing storm while drifting.  

Damages reported

According to reports:

  • Bunker tank vents were torn,   
  • fuel spilled out onto the cargo deck, and
  • serious problems in the engine room. 
Shelter the vessel

Company wanted the master to drift and “wait for orders” to take the tanker...

https://mfame.guru/vlcc-tanker-caught-in-storm-remain-adrift/

[Watch] Ship Grounded on a Sand Bar

Cruise ship AEGEAN MAJESTY (ex- VEENDAM) grounded on a sand bar at Corinth port, Greece, in stormy conditions.

Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational purpose only. This may not be construed as a news item or advice of any sort. Please consult the experts in that field for the authenticity of the presentations.

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Source: Maritime Bulletin

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