Freighter Hits Underwater Object in Lake Superior, Taking on Water

A freighter named Michipicoten struck an underwater object in Lake Superior, leading to water ingress but no reported spills. The US Coast Guard responded promptly, reducing the freighter's listing and evacuating half of the crew. The incident is under investigation.

A freighter named Michipicoten struck an underwater object in Lake Superior early Saturday morning, prompting an immediate response from the US Coast Guard. The incident, reported at 6:53 am, occurred 35 miles southwest of Isle Royale in Michigan waters. The vessel, measuring 689 feet, was loaded with taconite and carried 22 crew members.

Onboard water pumps began working to displace the incoming water, and there were no signs of any spillage from the freighter. By 9:15 am, the ship's listing was reduced from 15 degrees to 5 degrees, thanks to effective pumping efforts. Helicopter and boat crews were dispatched to further assist.

By 12:30 pm, the Coast Guard evacuated half of the crew members as a precautionary measure. The freighter was en route to a port for detailed inspection and repair. Authorities are investigating the cause of the collision that occurred in the northwest region of Lake Superior, the world's largest freshwater lake by surface area.

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