August 15, 2024
Ongoing salvage efforts for beached shrimp boat
F/V Second Chance has been beached since July 31, when the vessel experienced engine failure. The U.S. Coast Guard has confirmed salvage efforts. Photo by Second Chance GoFundMe page
Shrimp boat Second Chance ran aground along the shore of Port Aransas Beach, Texas, about three weeks ago. The Coast Guard sent out a helicopter around 3 a.m. the morning of the incident to rescue the three crew members and two dogs. According to reports, the vessel was experiencing engine problems, leading to it running aground. General Land Office officials have closely monitored the vessel to ensure there have been no fuel leaks.
The Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi has confirmed with…
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