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| Occurence Date: | 18 February |
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| Location: | Dutch Harbor, AK |
| Source: | M/V HEKIFU |
| Material: | Diesel/Bunker C |
| Severity: | Potential Major |
| Quantity Discharged: | Unknown |
| Quantity in Water: | Unknown |
| Body of Water Affected: | Bearing Sea |
| Federal On-Scene Coordinator: | MSO Anchorage |
On February 19, 1999 the M/V Hekifu was reported aground in the vicinity of Rocky Point, Dutch Harbor, Alaska. Four local tugs are attempting to free the vessel. The vessel is in the process of de-ballasting. There are 20454 gallons of diesel and 129,360 gallons of Bunker C on board. It is unknown if there was any material released. MSO Anchorage has transported equipment and personnel to Dutch Harbor. CASE PENDS.