FV Patricia Jean

Point Judith, RI        2009-Nov-21

On November 21, 2009, the wooden fishing vessel, Patricia Jean, ran aground on the south jetty of Harbor of Refuge, Point Judith, RI. She is carrying 1500 gallons of diesel fuel. No release has been reported. USCG has requested NOAA ERD support.


Note: Documents are posted chronologically and early reports likely contain factual errors. These errors may be corrected in a later report.


Incident Details

Spill, potential spill, or other: Potential Oil Spill
Cause of incident: Grounding
Total amount at risk of spill: 1500 - 1500 gallons

Latitude (approximate): 41° 21.50' North
Longitude (approximate): 71° 30.70' West