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South American west coast, 28 Jul 2010

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Polaris Ii From: 01-Dec-1997
Precis: Had fire in accommodation at San Vicente 28 Jul 2010. Damage reported to be severe.
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Reasons: Fire/explosion  
Origin: n/a
Destination: n/a
IMO: 7827744
Flag at Time: Chile
Class at Time: Bureau Veritas
Registered Owner At Time: Pesquera El Golfo S.A.
Beneficial Owner At Time: Pesquera El Golfo S.A.
Loss: n/a
Cargo: n/a
Deaths: n/a
People Missing: n/a
Injuries: n/a
Pollution: n/a
In Port: San Vicente (CHL)
Location: 36°44'4'' S by 73°7'45'' W
Casualty Reports: Polaris Ii (Chile) 29 July 2010, 10:45
Message text: Santiago, Jul 28 -- A fire broke out on board fishing (general) Polaris II (866 gt, built 1980) at San Vicente, at about 0500, Jul 28. Eight firefighting units were called to the scene and were able to bring the fire under control. Naval personnel also assisted with firefighting operations. The three crew members who were on board the vessel escaped unhurt. According to initial reports, the fire broke out in the accommodation area, affecting the galley, dining area and cabins. Damage is reported to be severe. -- Lloyd's Agents.