Stuck ship back on the move
CBC News
Posted: Mar 2, 2013 2:48 PM NT
Last Updated: Mar 2, 2013 3:55 PM NT
The OOCL Belgium was stuck in the Strait of Belle Isle and called for assistance on Thursday. (Photo courtesy of Environment Canada)
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A cargo ship that was stuck in heavy ice on the Strait of Belle Isle is moving again.
The coast guard icebreaker Henry Larsen reached the OOCL Belgium Friday at approximately 6 p.m.
According to Canadian Coast Guard officials, the Belgium is proceeding with the Larsen.
The Belgium called for assistance early Thursday morning.
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