Live operations

• A Canadian Coast Guard crew boarded the vessel after the recent wind storm to assess the condition of the vessel. Structural damage was visible in a number of areas, including below deck, in the framing and bulk heads, in the area of a water ballast tank.
• Areas onboard the vessel that had previously been deemed as safe may have experienced changes throughout the weather event, therefore a thorough assessment is being carried out by the salvage contractors, T & T Salvage. They are also conducting a damage assessment of on-board equipment and will replace damaged equipment as needed.
• Once a thorough damage assessment has been completed, the salvage company and MSC will evaluate requirements and determine next steps to appropriately continue response operations.
• Crews are completing shoreline assessments after each storm, and when possible, removing debris. One tar ball was found on Cedar Cove during the assessment.
• A hull survey was conducted by a 3rd party contractor on behalf of the salvage company and the results are still pending. This survey will provide information as to if there is any major damages to the exterior condition of the hull.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• The MSC Baltic III is currently experiencing sustained, extreme wind and sea conditions. These conditions are preventing all on-water and shoreline operations.
• The Canadian Coast Guard remains onsite monitoring the MSC Baltic III from shoreside.
• The Canadian Coast Guard continues to work closely with the response agency to prepare for a response, if needed, when weather and sea conditions allow.
• There is significant movement in the bow and stern of the MSC Baltic III. There is a noticeable change in the condition of the port side of the vessel, but a detailed assessment has not yet been conducted due to ongoing severe weather conditions.
• The salvage crew is reporting some damage to equipment onboard the MSC Baltic III and some debris from the grounded vessel is seen in the water and on the shoreline.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• Unfavorable sea and weather conditions continue to impact on-water operations at the site of the MSC Baltic III.
• When sea conditions allow, skimming and flushing of residual fuel continue onboard the vessel. Flushing product and cargo are also offloaded to a barge as weather windows are available.
• Progress is being made on the cableway system being constructed to allow salvage personnel access to the vessel from the shoreline. Materials and equipment for the cableway have been loaded onboard the MSC Baltic III and the cable line is being run from the vessel to a platform constructed on shore.
• Minor observations of oil continue to be seen on shorelines near the grounded vessel and are cleaned as they are found.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• Unfavorable sea conditions over the last several days have impacted on-water operations at the site of the MSC Baltic III.
• When sea conditions allow, work continues onboard the vessel to clean the residual fuel that remains in the tanks.
• As of this update, there are 65 containers remaining onboard the vessel, below deck and submerged in water. These containers must be lifted and drained before they can be moved off the vessel. This is an on-going, complex process when weather conditions allow operations to continue safely.
• Hydrogen sulfide levels at the site of the MSC Baltic III continue to be monitored and precautions are being taken by crews working on site. There is no risk to the public.
• Minor observations of oil continue to be seen on shorelines near the grounded vessel. We expect to see small amounts of residual oil escape the vessel given the damage sustained to the hull and the sea conditions in recent weeks. The oil is cleaned as it is found. On-water and shoreside surveys, and drone overflights to monitor for pollution continue.
• The Canadian Coast Guard incident command post has recently moved from the Canadian Coast Guard lifeboat station in Lark Harbour to the York Harbour Town Hall. This move is necessary to accommodate scheduled renovation work at the lifeboat station. The relocation has no impacts on Canadian Coast Guard services or operations.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• A total of 1665.7 m³ of heavy oil and other pollutants have been removed to date. Work is ongoing to clean the residual fuel that remains in the tanks onboard the MSC Baltic III.
• As of this update, there are 73 containers remaining onboard the vessel. The majority of these containers are below deck and submerged in water. These containers must be lifted and drained before they can be moved off the vessel. This is a complex process and is being advanced as weather conditions allow operations to continue safely.
• Fluctuating levels of hydrogen sulfide gas have been detected onboard the MSC Baltic III due to spoiled food in some of the cargo. This is generating an unpleasant smell in the area of the vessel. The levels are being continuously monitored and precautions are being taken by crews working on site. There is no risk to the public.
• Ballast water is being added to the grounded vessel to help keep it stable in preparation for winter and worsening weather conditions.
• Construction of the cableway system is ongoing.
• On-water and shoreside surveys, and drone overflights, to monitor for pollution continue as conditions allow.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• The focus continues to be on the removal of the residual fuel that remains in the tanks onboard the MSC Baltic III. The Canadian Coast Guard is providing oversight to ensure the tanks are effectively cleaned.
• Since the last update, an additional 52 cargo containers have been removed from the MSC Baltic III. In total, 399 containers have been removed and there are 73 containers remaining on the grounded vessel.
• The EEMS Dublin remains in the area to facilitate the transfer of personnel and containers. The Dublinwill be onsite, as weather permits, until container operations are done, and a cableway system is complete. The cableway system is currently under construction to allow salvage personnel access to the vessel from the shoreline.
• Regular dive surveys of the hull are taking place to monitor the underwater, exterior condition of the MSC Baltic III and gather information to help with winterizing the vessel. Winterization plans have been requested from the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC).
• We continue to see oil observations, such as small tar stains, in Cedar Cove and nearby shorelines. The stains are cleaned up as they are found.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• The estimated amount of heavy fuel and marine gas on the MSC Baltic III at the time of the grounding was approximately 1600 metric tons. As of this update, the bulk oil has been removed from all internal tanks of the MSC Baltic III. The focus now is on the removal of the remaining residual fuel.
• Since the last update, an additional 26 cargo containers have been removed from the MSC Baltic III. In total, 333 containers have been removed and there are 142 containers remaining on the grounded vessel.
• The EEMS Dublin remains in the area to facilitate the transfer of personnel and containers.
• On water and shoreline surveys are ongoing. We continue to see oil observations, such as small tar stains, in Cedar Cove and nearby shorelines. The stains are cleaned up as they are found.
• Efforts are ongoing to eliminate the pollution threat and mitigate the environmental hazards posed by the vessel.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• The estimated amount of heavy fuel and marine gas on the MSC Baltic III at the time of the grounding was approximately 1600 metric tons. As of this update, the bulk oil has been removed from all internal tanks of the MSC Baltic III. The focus now is on the removal of the remaining residual fuel.
• The EEMS Dublin remains in the area to facilitate the transfer of personnel and containers. Since the last update, an additional 28 cargo containers have been removed from the MSC Baltic III for a total of 283 containers removed. There are 189 containers remaining on the grounded vessel.
• On water and shoreline surveys continue. We continue to see oil observations, such as small tar balls, in Cedar Cove and nearby shorelines.
• Work continues to help ensure the threat of pollution and the hazards posed by the vessel are removed from the environment.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• As of this update, just over 1300 cubic metres of heavy fuel has been removed from the MSC Baltic III and transferred to other MSC vessels. This represents approximately 90% of the heavy fuel and approximately 80% of all the fuels and oils onboard the MSC Baltic III. Fuel removal remains the priority.
• The EEMS Dublin remains in the area to facilitate the transfer of personnel and containers. Since the last update, an additional 47 cargo containers have been removed from the MSC Baltic III for a total of 255 containers removed.
• On water and shoreline surveys continue. Minor oil observations, such as tar stains and small tar balls, continue to be recorded in Cedar Cove and nearby shorelines.
• While significant progress is being made on this operation, large quantities of pollutants and cargo remain onboard the grounded vessel. This includes some heavy fuel, residual fuel, quantities of various other oils and 217 containers. Work continues to help ensure the threat of pollution and the hazards posed by the vessel are removed from the environment.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• The heavy fuel from six of the main priority tanks onboard the MSC Baltic III has been removed and transferred to other MSC vessels. This represents approximately 85% of the heavy fuel.
• The EEMS Dublin remains in the area to facilitate the transfer of personnel and containers. An additional 36 cargo containers have been removed from the MSC Baltic III. As of this update, 208 of the 472 containers onboard the grounded vessel have been removed.
• Fuel removal remains the priority and the focus is now on oil removal from the engine room and smaller tanks onboard the vessel.
• On water and shoreline surveys continue. Minor oil observations, such as tar stains and small tar balls, continue to be recorded in Cedar Cove and nearby shorelines.
• We are noticing increased activity in the area of the grounded vessel. We would like to remind the public of the emergency and drone restriction zone that is in place one nautical mile around the cargo ship to account for the salvage contractors’ current operational footprint. It is in place for the protection and safety of responders in the area and the public.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• Approximately 70% of all heavy fuel onboard the MSC Baltic III has been removed and transferred to other MSC vessels.
• The EEMS Dublin remains in the area and has removed an additional 43 cargo containers from the MSC Baltic III, totaling 172 containers removed so far.
• Work to mitigate pollution and minimize environmental hazards is ongoing, including deploying oil booms during fuel transfer operations.
• On water and shoreline surveys continue. Minor oil observations, such as tar stains and small tar balls, have been recorded in Cedar Cove and nearby shorelines.
• Heating, pumping, and transfer of heavy fuel is ongoing as weather conditions allow. Four out of the six main tanks have now been emptied.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• On water and shoreline surveys continue.
• Since the last update, shoreline surveys have documented minor observations of oil, including a small number of tar balls of various sizes. With a vessel of this size and the hull damage sustained, the Canadian Coast Guard expects to continue seeing small amounts of residual oil escape the vessel over time. The goal is to mitigate pollution and minimize environmental hazards.
• The EEMS Dublin remains in the area and has removed an additional 14 cargo containers from the MSC Baltic III. A total of 129 containers have been removed from the vessel so far.
• The walk-to-work platform located onboard the EEMS Dublin has successfully allowed those involved in the salvage operation more consistent access to the MSC Baltic III.
• Heating, pumping and transfer of heavy fuel oil is continuing as weather conditions allow. To date, over half of the heavy fuel has been removed from the MSC Baltic III and transferred to other MSC vessels.
• As of this update, two frac tanks on the MSC Baltic III are full and one is partially full. When conditions allow, the fuel will be transferred to the barge and eventually to other MSC vessels.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• The EEMS Dublin has arrived on site. This vessel will be used to offload cargo containers, which will allow crews to reach fuel tanks not currently accessible. A total of 95 cargo containers have been removed from the MSC Baltic III so far. Safe removal of heavy fuel remains the priority.
• A walk-to-work platform located onboard the EEMS Dublin will allow those involved in the salvage operation consistent access to the MSC Baltic III.
• Shoreline and on water assessments continue. No new pollution has been observed since the last update.
• To date, approximately half of the heavy fuel has been removed from the MSC Baltic III and transferred to other MSC vessels. Heating, pumping, and transfer of heavy oil is continuing as weather conditions allow.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• Since April 11, 2025, shoreline surveys have documented a small number of tar balls of various sizes and other minor observations of oil. This is to be expected during an incident of this nature. The hull of the MSC Baltic III is severely damaged, the engine room and two fuel tanks are breached, and dive surveys show a black tarry substance trapped under the vessel which is likely residual oil. The goal is to mitigate pollution and minimize environmental hazards.
• Tar ball samples were collected and submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada for analysis and comparison with oil from the MSC Baltic III. The results do not indicate a match with the available samples. However, this does not rule out the vessel as the source. Some fuel tanks remain inaccessible due to their locations and the current staging of recovery equipment onboard the Baltic III. As soon as it is operationally feasible, samples from those tanks will be collected and sent for further testing.
• As of this update, three frac tanks on the barge are full and waiting to be transferred to the MSC Don Giovanni which is expected to arrive in Corner Brook on May 15. One frac tank on the deck of the MSC Baltic III is full.
• Oil heating, pumping, and transfer continue as sea conditions allow. Weather remains challenging in the area.
• The Canadian Coast Guard remains on-site to provide federal oversight and ensure an appropriate response to the incident.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• On water and shoreline surveys continue. No additional pollution has been observed since the last update. However, with a vessel of this size and the hull damage sustained, the Canadian Coast Guard expects to see small amounts of residual oil escape the vessel over time.
• Building on our existing pollution prevention measures and following the recent sightings of pollution in the area, additional precautions will be taken including the proactive deployment of boom to contain potential pollutants whenever oil heating, pumping, and transfer are taking place.
• Since the last update, oil from two of the four frac tanks on the deck of the MSC Baltic III have been transferred to the barge, along with 13 more cargo containers. Oil heating, pumping, and transfer will continue as sea conditions allow.
• The Canadian Coast Guard remains on-site to work with the vessel owner and their representatives to ensure an appropriate response to the incident.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• On water and shoreline surveys continue. Since the previous update, two additional tar balls have been found on the shoreline. No additional pollution has been observed.
• To date, of the approximately 230 cubic metres of fuel that was removed from the vessel, 195 cubic metres have been transferred from the barge to the MSC Celine. The discrepancy in volume is due to the amount of residual oil left in the frac tanks after transfer.
• The four frac tanks on the deck of the MSC Baltic III are full and still awaiting transfer to the barge. Heating, pumping, and transfer of oil will continue as weather permits.
• On April 29, 14 cargo containers were removed from the deck of the vessel and placed on the barge for transfer to the shore in Corner Brook.
• The Canadian Coast Guard continues to remain on-site and is working with the salvage company to ensure contaminants are removed from the vessel.
• MSC has confirmed they have secured contractors to begin construction to improve road access from Little Port to the MSC Baltic III site. For more information about the road construction, please contact MSC.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• On water and shoreline surveys continue. Since the removal of the six tar balls from the shoreline last week, no additional pollution has been observed.
• To date, 230 cubic metres of fuel have been removed from the vessel, filling all four frac tanks on the barge. This fuel will now be transferred to the MSC Celine which is alongside in Corner Brook. Booms will be laid as a prevention measure while the transfer is taking place.
• Approximately 1475 cubic metres of fuel remains on the vessel. Heating and pumping oil into tanks on the deck of the MSC Baltic III, and transfer to the barge, will continue as long as the weather permits. Currently, contractors are working to maximize a good weather window which is expected to last through the weekend.
• The Canadian Coast Guard continues to remain on-site and is working with the salvage company to ensure contaminants are removed from the vessel as quickly and safely as possible.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• An emergency and drone restriction zone of 1 nautical mile remains in place in the area of the MSC Baltic III for the protection and safety of responders and the public.
• No activity unrelated to salvage operations is permitted within the restriction zone.
• For more information: NAVWARN

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• Since the afternoon of April 11, a total of six small tar balls have been found on a beach near the site of the MSC Baltic III grounding. No other pollution has been observed.
• As of April 21, one frac tank on the deck of MSC Baltic III was successfully emptied and the oil transferred to the barge.
• Bad weather in the area is delaying heating and pumping operations, but they will continue as soon as weather permits.
• The Canadian Coast Guard continues to remain on-site and is working with the salvage company to ensure contaminants are removed from the vessel as quickly and safely as possible.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• While conducting a scheduled shoreline survey on the afternoon of April 11, a small tar ball was found on a beach near the site of the MSC Baltic III grounding. On April 12, two additional small tar balls were located on the beach.
• The tarry substances, which are approximately the size of tennis balls, have been collected for analysis to determine the source. No other oil has been observed on the water or shoreline.
• On April 13, an underwater survey was conducted, and no signs of oil were observed.
• On water and shoreline surveys continue.
• Heating and pumping oil into tanks on the deck of the MSC Baltic III have resumed. When weather permits, the barge will go alongside the grounded vessel where oil will be transferred to tanks on the barge.
• The Canadian Coast Guard continues to remain on-site and is working with the salvage company to ensure contaminants are removed from the vessel as quickly as possible.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• Canadian Coast Guard crews continue on-water and shoreline assessments of the MSC Baltic III site. No pollution has been observed at this time.
• Ongoing tank soundings have reduced the original estimate of heavy fuel and marine gas on the vessel from 1710 Metric Tons to 1600 Metric Tons.
• The heating and pumping of the fuel has started and will continue, as weather and sea conditions allow. To date, 184 cubic metres of fuel has been pumped into frac tanks onboard the MSC Baltic III.
• MSC plans to pump the fuel from the frac tanks onboard the MSC Baltic III to frac tanks onboard the barge for removal from the site. This is because once the frac tanks onboard the vessel are full, they will be too heavy to lift onto the barge.
• The fuel isn't being pumped from the MSC Baltic III directly into the frac tanks on the barge because the heating and pumping of the fuel is a time-consuming process and requires the barge to be alongside the vessel for an extended period of time. This is challenging with the weather and sea conditions in the area.
• Weather and sea conditions continue to hamper some operations. Environment and Climate Change Canada has installed a mobile weather station at the site to help provide improved weather service in the area.
• Floating docks have been installed to accommodate Canadian Coast Guard assets to reduce vessel congestion in the area.
• The Canadian Coast Guard maintains oversight of the operations to ensure a reasonable and appropriate response as there is still an on-going risk that pollution could enter the marine environment.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• Land and on-water assessments of the MSC Baltic III continue with no pollution observed at this time. However, there is still an on-going risk that pollution could enter the marine environment. Regular monitoring and assessments will continue until this incident is fully resolved.
• Weather conditions allowed for some on-water access to the MSC Baltic III. The salvage company continues equipment preparations for oil heating and transfer operations.
• The tug and barge, contracted by MSC, were able to go alongside the MSC Baltic III to load some frac tanks and a containment boom onboard the vessel. The frac tanks will be used to store and offload the fuel.
• The containers containing the polymeric beads, which are considered dangerous goods, were removed from the vessel.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• On Friday, March 7, a media briefing was held to update on the current operations at the site of the Baltic III.
• As indicated at that time, it’s difficult to predict how long this operation will take. Our priority is the safety of Canadians, first responders, and the protection of the marine environment and mitigation of hazards. We appreciate the cooperation and understanding of the local community during this time.
• The Canadian Coast Guard’s role is to review the plans, provide oversight, and make recommendations to ensure the response is reasonable and appropriate. We have established an incident command post in the Lark Harbour life boat station. Currently on scene are 14 response crew, a 26-foot pollution response vessel (PRV) and Rosborough vessel, as well as the CCGS Jean Goodwill providing support as required. We also have onsite a response trailer, 4 Medium Haulers, Medium-High Speed Sweep, two deck tanks, 800 meters of Ro-boom, all-terrain vehicles, and 14 clump weights (anchors).
• Sea conditions continue to hamper on- water operations. Canadian Coast Guard crews continue to assess the MSC Baltic III from the shoreline and by air. No pollution has been observed.
• MSC has put forward options to remove fuel and cargo from the vessel, both by sea and land. A combination of these options may be used.  These options include the use of a tug and barge along with portable tanks, as well as possible ground transportation through upgrades and extensions of the road to provide access to the MSC Baltic III. If the road is constructed, it would also help alleviate the impact sea conditions have on removal operations.
• The salvage company is mobilizing the necessary equipment to heat and remove the heavy oil from the fuel tanks, and they indicated that the shipboard cranes are operational and can be used to offload the cargo.
• The emergency and drone restriction zone that was in place for the protection and safety of responders in the area and the public has been reduced from 2 nautical miles to 1 nautical mile to account for the salvage contractors’ current operational footprint.
• We recognize there are concerns about the impacts of increased on-water traffic on the fishing industry. We are exploring options to decrease these impacts, including installation of floating docks for Coast Guard assets to lessen congestion in the area.
• Again, we appreciate the continued understanding and cooperation from the public in support of a safe, effective and efficient response to this incident.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• Our priority is the safety of Canadians and the protection of the marine environment; by helping to prevent the release of pollution into the environment and mitigating the potential hazards posed by this vessel.
• Canadian Coast Guard crews continue to assess the MSC Baltic III from the shoreline and by air. No pollution has been observed.
• CCG maintains a high level of preparedness to respond to any potential hazards or pollutants entering the marine environment, and the CCGS Jean Goodwill remains on scene with spill response equipment onboard and is providing assistance as required.
• Sea conditions continue to hamper some on the water operations.
• There are discussions ongoing about the possible development of a road to allow easier access to the vessel. If implemented, this would also help alleviate the impact sea conditions have on removal operations.
• The manifest provided by the owner of the MSC Baltic III, indicates that the cargo contains some materials listed as dangerous goods. These includes things such as fabrics, food products, metals and polymeric beads.
• The salvage team is continuing their assessment of the MSC Baltic III, as sea conditions allow, and are developing the salvage plan.
• Given the vessel’s current condition, it cannot be safely refloated. The initial focus will be on the removal of the fuel and cargo.
• We appreciate the continued understanding and cooperation from the public in support of a safe, effective and efficient response to this incident.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• Canadian Coast Guard crews continue to assess the MSC Baltic III from the shoreline and by air. No pollution has been observed.
• An assessment of the hull confirmed significant breaches or holes are present. The vessel appears to have settled firmly on the seabed, and is stable at this time.
• Tank soundings have confirmed approximately 1.7 million litres of heavy fuel and marine gas oil onboard the vessel. No pollution has been observed.
• The CCGS Jean Goodwill remains on scene with spill response equipment onboard and is providing assistance as required.
• Sea conditions hampered some operations over the weekend including the ability to safely access the vessel.
• The salvage team is continuing their assessment of the MSC Baltic III as sea conditions allow. It includes further tank soundings and inspections of cargo holds.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• Canadian Coast Guard crews continue to assess the MSC Baltic III from the shoreline and by air. No pollution has been observed.
• A preliminary report from the salvage team indicates that there is an oily water mixture in the engine room and water in some cargo holds.
• A dive team is onsite and confirmed that 75 per cent of the vessel's hull is resting on the seabed.
• A deformation in the hull of the MSC Baltic III has also been observed.
• The CCGS Jean Goodwill is now on scene with additional response equipment.
• Sea conditions continue to hamper some operations including the ability to deploy response equipment.
• The salvage team is continuing their assessment of the MSC Baltic III as sea conditions allow.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• Canadian Coast Guard crews conducted both an assessment from the shoreline and an overflight of the site, and no pollution was observed.
• The CCGS Ann Harvey remains on scene providing assistance as required.
• The CCGS Jean Goodwill has been delayed due to ongoing work to maintain shipping lanes through ice and will be transiting to the area as soon as operational and environmental conditions allow.
• The salvage team was able to safely board the MSC Baltic III and are continuing their assessment.
• Sea conditions continue to hamper some operations including the ability to deploy response equipment.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• The CCGS Ann Harvey arrived on scene on Monday, February 17. Weather hampered activity in the early part of the day. When weather improved, they launched their Fast Rescue Craft (FRC) for a visual assessment of the vessel. No pollution was observed.
• The owner of the MSC Baltic III continues to be cooperative and responsive. We have been advised that the vessel contains approximately 470 containers, over half of which are empty. The others contain items such as food, lumber, and paper supplies. We are still trying to confirm the amount of diesel onboard
• A drone restricted area has been established around the grounded cargo ship MSC Baltic III as we have helicopters conducting operations in the area. Drone operators should not conduct any flight operations within 2 nautical miles in the area of the MSC Baltic III to ensure there’s no conflict between aviation assets and drones. Drone pilots must follow the rules in the Canadian Aviation Regulations and respect all other laws when flying a drone.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• With the crew rescued, the focus shifts to assisting with the salvage effort, and marine environmental and hazards response.
• Weather in the area continues to be a factor as we work to assess the situation and determine the next steps.
• Canadian Coast Guard crews and Eastern Canada Response Corporation representatives are establishing a staging area in Lark Harbour, NL.
• An emergency zone (2 nautical miles) has been established around the incident area to facilitate operations and support marine safety.
• Additional Canadian Coast Guard crews and equipment are en route. The CCGS Jean Goodwill will transit to the site from Canso, NS as weather permits and the CCGS Henry Larsen is standing by in Corner Brook, NL to facilitate operations.
• Overflights to assess the situation are expected to take place today, pending weather conditions.
• The owner of the MSC Baltic III has been cooperating and responsive, and a team from the salvage company contracted by the owner are expected in the area today to assess the situation.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.

• On Saturday morning, February 15, the Marine Communications and Traffic Services in Port aux Basques received a MAYDAY from the cargo ship MSC Baltic III located approximately 12 nautical miles outside the entrance to Bay of Islands, NL. The vessel reported a loss of power.
• Weather and sea conditions in the area are unfavourable and the vessel was unable to secure an anchor and ran aground in Wild Cove west of Lark Harbour.
• There were 20 people on board. All crew have been safely airlifted from the vessel by a Cormorant helicopter.
• Canadian Coast Guard is working closely with our response partners.
• The cause and extent of the incident are not yet known.

Further updates will be provided as they are available and as the situation evolves.