Car Carrier Stranded After Grounding off Toshima Island

A grounding incident involving the vehicle carrier Niraikana II was reported off Toshima Island, Tokyo, on 19 June. No oil spills or injuries were reported among the 17 crew members on board. *Image credit:news.web.nhk* The vessel became stranded on a rocky area and was unable to continue its voyage. Japanese coast responded to the distressed vessel and are in efforts to refloat it. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.