Nervous moments as vessel hits reef returning from Anegada
According to reports, the situation for the occupants of the powerboat was compounded by the high sea surf, which pummeled the vessel. This news site was told there were waves that even covered the boat, causing panic among some persons.
The vessel sustained damage to its engine, resulting in VISAR having to be called.
No one was injured.
Stuck barge
Meanwhile, a number of persons scheduled to return to Tortola and Virgin Gorda via a barge were delayed on Anegada last evening as the barge was stuck due to the low tide.
Efforts were made to free the barge, using a backhoe and another barge; however, the attempts were futile.
Another vessel had to be called in take the stranded passengers to Tortola, while persons heading to Virgin Gorda were asked to wait until the barge was freed by the rising tide.
According to reports, the barge was scheduled to depart Anegada at 7:00pm but was only able to get moving close to midnight.
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