These reports describe significant environmental incidents reported to and tracked by the National Response Center. They reflect both new incidents and follow-up information describing actions taken for previously reported events. The NRC publishes Incident Summary Reports periodically upon receipt of documentary information from the Federal On-Scene Coordinator.
| NRC Case #: | 032-97 |
|---|---|
| INSUM #: | Sitrep One |
| Occurence Date: | 27, August, 1997 |
| Location: | Ohio River - MM 613 |
| Source: | M/V Celine |
| Material: | Diesel Fuel |
| Severity: | Potential Major |
| Quantity Discharged: | Unknown |
| Quantity in Water: | Unknown |
| Body of Water Affected: | Ohio River |
| Federal On-Scene Coordinator: | MSO Huntington, WV |
SITUATION: On Wednesday, August 27, 1997, the 70 foot Towboat Celine struck a submerged object in the Ohio River at mile marker 313. The vessel's forward void, sewage compartment, and #1 fuel tank were ruptured. The vessel was deliberately grounded to prevent sinking and is resting on the bottom. The #1 fuel tank contained 15,900 gallons of diesel fuel. Diesel fuel was observed in the void and sewage compartment but none was observed outside the vessel. The vessel has been boomed and plans are to transfer the remaining fuel and tow the vessel to drydock. CASE CLOSED THIS UNIT.