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Additional craft speed to assist nuclear submarine after it runs aground near East Marianas Basin

An investigation has been launched surrounding the U.S.S. San Francisco after it ran aground while conducting submerged operations. The Los Angeles-class nuclear powered submarine ran aground approximately 350 miles south of Guam Saturday at approximately 12pm. U.S. Navy spokesperson Lieutenant Arwen Consaul says the sub was reportedly in the middle of the East Marianas Basin.

There is still no report as to the extent of the injuries and damage aboard the San Francisco, which according to the Navy, were still being assessed. The U.S. Pacific Command has speculated that there is one sailor critically injured and several others with lesser injuries. As well, there were no reports of damage to the reactor plant on board the sub, which according to Navy officials, is operating normally. The submarine has reportedly been surfaced following the incident.

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From U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (NNS) -- The Los Angeles-class submarine USS San Francisco (SSN 711) ran aground while conducting submerged operations approximately 350 miles south of the island of Guam today.


The incident occurred at approximately 4 p.m., Jan. 7, Hawaii Standard Time (12 noon, Jan. 8, Guam Time).

The extent of the injuries and damage aboard San Francisco is still being assessed, but includes one critical injury and several other lesser injuries. The submarine is on the surface and is making best speed back to their homeport in Guam.
USS San Franssisco in GUAM




There were no reports of damage to the reactor plant which is operating normally.

Military and Coast Guard aircraft are enroute to monitor and assist in the situation.

Further releases and announcements will be made as information becomes available.

For further updates and information, please contact the U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs Office at (808) 471-3769.