Freighter Antalina

The Antalina is a Cyprus-flagged freighter that became stranded off the coast of Galveston on September 12, 2008, as Hurricane Ike approached. Twenty-two crew members are on board and rescue efforts were hampered by the high winds and seas, but the crew is believed to be safe.Reuters: Freighter Stranded near Path of Hurricane Ike (September 12, 2008)

The U.S. Coast Guard informed the crew of the Antalina that they had to ride out the storm aboard the freighter.Reuters: Freighter Stranded near Path of Hurricane Ike (September 12, 2008)

• Welland Canal: Antalina