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Humpback Whale Leaves German Waters by Barge Toward North Sea
world27 days ago

Humpback Whale Leaves German Waters by Barge Toward North Sea

A humpback whale stranded for weeks on Germany’s Baltic coast was coaxed into a water-filled barge and towed out of German waters toward the North Sea in a rescue funded by two entrepreneurs. The operation drew mixed reactions: officials hailed the progress, scientists warned of uncertain outcomes, and wildlife groups cautioned about the whale’s skin damage and the risks of such a move as it heads toward deeper waters for potential recovery.

via BBC|
#barge#germany#humpback-whale
Barge Strike Halts Oklahoma Highway Traffic
transportation2 years ago

Barge Strike Halts Oklahoma Highway Traffic

A highway in Oklahoma has reopened after engineers inspected a bridge that was struck by a barge over the Arkansas River, south of Sallisaw. The Oklahoma State Patrol closed US-59, but the bridge was later cleared for traffic with no reported injuries. The cause of the barge striking the bridge remains unclear, while in Baltimore, cleanup efforts are underway after a cargo ship hit the Francis Scott Key Bridge earlier in the week.

via KOMO News|
#arkansas-river#barge#bridge
"Barge Collision Diverts Traffic on Oklahoma Bridge, State Patrol Responds"
transportation2 years ago

"Barge Collision Diverts Traffic on Oklahoma Bridge, State Patrol Responds"

The Oklahoma State Patrol closed a highway south of Sallisaw after a barge struck a bridge over the Arkansas River, diverting traffic from the area. The bridge will remain closed until it can be inspected, and there were no reports of injuries on the highway or the barge. The cause of the barge hitting the bridge is not immediately known. This incident comes as engineers work to lift a section of twisted steel from the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland after a cargo ship crashed into one of its main supports.

via The Associated Press|
#arkansas-river#barge#bridge
Tragic Death of Asylum Seeker on UK Barge Sparks Investigation
immigration2 years ago

Tragic Death of Asylum Seeker on UK Barge Sparks Investigation

An asylum seeker has died on board the Bibby Stockholm barge, which is being used to house migrants off the south coast of England. The British government's policy of using barges and former military sites to accommodate asylum seekers has faced criticism, with human rights campaigners calling it inhumane. The charity Care4Calais has urged the government to take responsibility for the tragedy and address the deteriorating mental health of migrants in such accommodations. British police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.

via Reuters UK|
#asylum-seekers#barge#death
"Bacteria on UK Barge Prompts Removal of Asylum Seekers"
immigration2 years ago

"Bacteria on UK Barge Prompts Removal of Asylum Seekers"

The UK government is removing a group of asylum seekers from a barge after Legionella bacteria was found in the water supply, just days after they were moved onto the vessel as part of a new immigration policy. The barge, which can house around 500 people, was intended to deter people from arriving in the country on small boats. The discovery of the bacteria, which can cause Legionnaires' disease, has raised concerns about the conditions on the barge and the government's treatment of asylum seekers.

via Reuters UK|
#asylum-seekers#barge#immigration
Bibby Stockholm: Uncertainty and Safety Concerns Surround Migrant Barge Arrivals
immigration2 years ago

Bibby Stockholm: Uncertainty and Safety Concerns Surround Migrant Barge Arrivals

The UK government has not provided a timeframe for when asylum seekers will be housed on the Bibby Stockholm barge in Dorset, as final safety checks are still being carried out. Transport minister Richard Holden stated that the checks will take as long as necessary to ensure everything is done correctly. The government plans to use barges to accommodate male migrants in an effort to reduce costs, with hopes of expanding the scheme to other areas. However, opposition and safety concerns may hinder the increased use of barges.

via BBC|
#asylum-seekers#barge#bibby-stockholm
Methanol barge successfully removed from Ohio River dam.
environment3 years ago

Methanol barge successfully removed from Ohio River dam.

A barge containing methanol that was stuck at the McAlpine Dam on the Ohio River has been successfully removed by crews. The remaining methanol will be transferred from the tank barge into a receiver barge. Air and water testing showed no methanol detected from 243 samples taken. Salvage crews will continue to work on removing the last barge, which is carrying a load of corn, through the weekend.

via WLKY Louisville|
#barge#environment#mcalpine-dam
Methanol-carrying barge sinks in Ohio River after breaking loose in Louisville.
accidents3 years ago

Methanol-carrying barge sinks in Ohio River after breaking loose in Louisville.

A barge carrying 1,400 metric tons of methanol broke off from a vessel in a collision on the Ohio River in Louisville, Kentucky. The barge became partially submerged at the McAlpine Locks and Dam, but there is currently no evidence of a tank breach or any leaks. Cleanup efforts are underway, and air and water monitoring resources are in place. No injuries were reported.

via CBS News|
#accidents#barge#cleanup
Barges carrying toxic methanol break loose on Ohio River.
environment3 years ago

Barges carrying toxic methanol break loose on Ohio River.

Ten barges broke loose from a tugboat on the Ohio River in Louisville, Kentucky, with three of them settling next to part of the McAlpine Dam. Emergency teams are working to secure the barges, including one carrying 1,400 metric tons of methanol that is partially submerged. There is currently no evidence of a tank breach or any leaks, and air and water monitoring resources are in place. The situation is being closely monitored by various agencies, including ORSANCO, but there are no reports of chemicals being released into the Ohio River.

via NPR|
#barge#dam#emergency-response