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  • Crewman killed on tanker

    Was sorry to hear this on the news today,

    One crew member has died and another two have been airlifted to safety after their tanker was hit by a large wave during this morning's stormy…
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    Really sad news, wonder what was so important for them to be out on deck?

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    • #3
      such a sad story. it makes me think twice long and hard when i hear stories like this.

      what would of happened if the crew refused to go out on deck in bad weather? when it comes to myself going to sea i know I'd rather get a bollocking then risk going out in severe weather.

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      • #4
        Originally posted by CharlieDelta View Post
        Really sad news, wonder what was so important for them to be out on deck?

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        The accident report will detail when its published... but most likely something was loose and needed securing before it damaged the ship, or a hatch / ventilation dampener was open allowing water to enter the ship.
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        • #5
          I think it's always up to the individual crew member to decide whether they do it or not. But, i guess that sums up seafarers. If it needs doing...not the first or last time this will happen but its always sad.

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