On September 1, a no sail order was issued on a ferry plying passengers after a fire alert was issued due a faulty alternator belt.
What happened?
The ferry ‘Vineyard Lady’ was issued a no sail order after a fire alert was issued by the ferry staff due to a smoking alternator belt.
The ferry’s trip was suspended between Hyannis and Martha’s Vineyard after a mate went below and found a smoking belt. The staff alerted the captain and the all 142 passengers onboard were deemed safe.
Passengers safe:
All the 142 passengers onboard the ferry were reported to be safe and the situation was brought under control.
No sail ban lifted:
Subsequently, the no sail ban on the ferry was lifted after repairs were made to the slipped generator belt.
Few passengers opted to travel towards Nantucket and few passengers opted for a refund which was duly granted by the ferry operators.
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Source: Vessel Tracker
