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Investigation Underway After Ship Runs Aground In The Delaware River

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- An investigation is underway after a ship ran aground in the Delaware River.

Chopper 3 was over the scene Wednesday afternoon near the Burlington Bristol Bridge.

Officials say the ship, a Liberian-flagged 600-foot bulk carrier, was headed southbound when it reportedly lost power and ran aground at around 2 p.m.

The Coast Guard responded to the scene.

There were no reported injuries during in the incident.

Officials say the ship was re-floated and is en route to safe anchorage for further investigation.

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