The Singapore-flagged Wan Hai 176 was reported adrift following a loss of engine power to US Coast Guard Sector San Francisco watchstanders on 8 April afternoon.
The US Coast Guard (USCG) said the containership had been towed to a safe anchorage point in San Francisco harbour on Sunday, 10 April, after a line was secured to the vessel from the tug Delta Deanna. The Wan Hai 176 was towed by the Delta Deanna to anchorage nine in San Francisco with the tugs Stacey Foss, Delta Billie, Delta Deanna and Rachel Allen escorting the ship.
The vessel has been ordered to remain at the anchorage until the vessel’s engine is repaired and an inspection conducted by the coast guard.
“This hazardous situation was successfully resolved through proactive collaboration, seamless communication and deliberate risk assessment provided by our local, state, federal and industry partners,” said Unified Command representatives.
The Wan Hai 176 was carrying 783 loaded containers and had crew of 21 onboard. No pollution or injuries were reported in the incident.
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