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The Ship Report, Wednesday, May 20, 2026

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A look at an unusual vessel anchored off Astoria, and strong ebb tides this weekOn Tuesday some observant folks noticed an unusual ship in Astoria's anchorage - a car carrier. Such ships usually pass us by on their way to Portland or Vancouver, but this one experienced engine problems outbound and had to stop in Astoria's anchorage.We'll talk about why an outbound stopover like this doesn't happen often, and why, when it does, it's a complex feat to accomplish safely.We'll also talk about strong ebb tides this week, and why mariners will be watching this closely.

A look at an unusual vessel anchored off Astoria, and strong ebb tides this weekOn Tuesday some observant folks noticed an unusual ship in Astoria's anchorage - a car carrier. Such ships usually pass us by on their way to Portland or Vancouver, but this one experienced engine problems outbound and had to stop in Astoria's anchorage.We'll talk about why an outbound stopover like this doesn't happen often, and why, when it does, it's a complex feat to accomplish safely.We'll also talk about strong ebb tides this week, and why mariners will be watching this closely.

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