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Sheen Report; off Huntington Beach, CA

Thu, 03/07/2024 - 16:00
On the morning of 08-MAR-2024, USCG Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach contacted their NOAA SSC to request support for a 2.5 mile by 1.5 mile "sheen" about 2 miles off of Bolsa Chica wetlands. USCG requested trajectory support for potential impacts to local resources at risk.

Request for Whale Carcass Drift Analysis off the North Carolina Coast

Mon, 03/04/2024 - 16:00
On March 5, 2024, NOAA Fisheries Southeast contacted the NOAA SSC requesting a drift analysis for a 30-foot humpback whale carcass floating approximately 25 miles off the North Carolina coast, in the vicinity of the Outer Banks. The SSC contacted the ERD Oceanographer on call with the request.

Diesel Spill on Ice at Nanushuk Operations Pad; North Slope, AK

Fri, 03/01/2024 - 16:00
Alaska SOSC and EPA FOSC contacted the Alaska SSC via email regarding a request from an RP to use in situ burning for a small volume of diesel fuel in ice. The RP reported that 10-gallons of diesel spilled onto a ice pad constructed on top of a frozen tundra pond. Some of the diesel drained deeper into the ice via ice cracks.

Sunken Recreational Vessel; Seekonk River, East Providence, RI

Sun, 02/25/2024 - 16:00
At 1110 on 26 February USCG Sector Southeast New England briefed the NOAA SSC on a sunken recreational vessel in the Seekonk River that was sheening. The USCG has taken over the spill response. The vessel is not believed to have any fuel on board, but could hold up to 200 gallons of diesel fuel.

Damaged Freighter Rubymar, Red Sea; Gulf of Aden

Wed, 02/21/2024 - 16:00
On February 22, 2024, the US Navy Fleet Desk Officer contacted NOAA's Emergency Response Division requesting support with modeling and associated environmental impact for spill/release of 21,000 metric tons of fertilizer in the Gulf of Aden from a damaged freighter.

Hydraulic Fluid Discharge from Jack-up Rig; Gulf State Park Pier; Gulf Shores, AL

Mon, 02/19/2024 - 16:00
On 20 FEB 2024, USCG Sector Mobile contacted the NOAA SSC regarding a discharge of hydraulic fluid that occurred on 14 FEB from a jackup rig located at the Gulf State Park Pier. SSC provided fate information on hydraulic fluids.

Whale Strike-Atlantic; 863XXG2F+PG

Tue, 02/13/2024 - 16:00
On 14 Feb 2024, The Coordinator for NOAA's Marine Mammal Health and Stranding Response Program. Requested a hindmost model from ORR for a reported and confirmed whale strike. The request was forwarded to ORR oceanographers.

Abandoned Mystery Drum-Mona Island, PR;

Mon, 02/12/2024 - 16:00
On 14 Feb 2024 USCG Sector San Juan reported they were responding to an abandoned drum on Mona Island. The contents of the drum were not known at the time. CG completed emergency consultation forms and distributed them to DOI, NOAA, USFES, and NMFS. The drum was removed without incident on 15 Feb. 2024

Sunken Pleasure Craft, Detroit River; Detroit, MI

Sun, 02/11/2024 - 16:00
On 12 Feb 2024, the NOAA SSC received a notification from D9 DRAT that the 96' Pleasure Craft Helene was submerged alongside the Nicholson Terminal on the Detroit River. The SSC called the USCG Sector Detroit IMD Chief for further details. The vessel has been submerged for approximately 2 weeks, reported with no fuel reported and approx. 3 gallons of engine oil. The vessel area has been boomed and a light rainbow sheen has been observed. The vessel is expected to be raised the week of 12 Feb 2024. No support is requested at this time.

Grounded F/V ALEUTIAN STORM; Bodega Bay, CA

Fri, 02/09/2024 - 16:00
On February 10, 2024, the USCG Sector San Francisco contacted their NOAA SSC to report the grounding of the F/V ALEUTIAN STORM near Salmon Creek, just north of Bodega Bay, CA. The vessel was on the beach amidst the surf. No pollution was observed, but the vessel reportedly had 1,500 gallons of diesel on board. USCG sought oil fate & transport info in the event of a release prior to or during vessel salvage operations.

Diesel Discharge; Kwigillingok, AK

Thu, 02/08/2024 - 16:00
On February 9, 2024, the USCG Sector Anchorage contacted the AK SSC regarding a spill in Kwigillingok, AK. Preliminary reports show that 2000K gallons of diesel have been discharged into secondary containment, but USCG is awaiting more details and the full potential amount. Sector Anchorage is requesting a list of resources at risk in that area for this time of year in case there is an impact the coastal zone.

Heavy Fuel Oil Discharge into Galveston Bay; Texas City, TX

Thu, 02/08/2024 - 16:00
On February 6, 2024, a loading arm at Marathon Dock 40, Texas City, discharged oil into Galveston Bay during maintenance. On February 9, MSU Texas City contacted NOAA SSC for advice on clean up methods for oiled vegetation, and barges. Phone support provided.

Crude Oil Spill into Black Lake, Hackberry, LA

Wed, 02/07/2024 - 16:00
On February 8, 2024, the USCG notified NOAA ERD of an approximately 4-barrel crude oil spill into Black Lake, LA. Release came from a 4-inch pipeline. The source is reported to be secured. USCG requested a trajectory.

Train Derailment; Pittstown, NY

Wed, 02/07/2024 - 16:00
On 8 February 2024, at 0845, USCG Sector New York notified the NOAA SSC about a train derailment that occurred at approximately 2100 hours on 8 February 2024. The freight train was carrying 94 cars, and at least 10 cars derailed. One car containing plastic pellets fell into the Hoosick River, while another derailed car is leaking vegetable oil. NYSDEC is on-scene. USCG did not request any support at this time.

24 Lost Shipping Containers; offshore of Monterey, CA

Tue, 02/06/2024 - 16:00
On February 7, 2024, USCG Sector San Francisco contacted their NOAA SSC to report the loss of 24 shipping containers from the M/V PRESIDENT EISENHOWER the night before, approximately 64 NM southwest of Monterey, CA. No hazardous materials were in any of the lost containers and it was not clear at the time of the report whether any containers were insulated/refrigerated. USCG ran their SAROPS (Search And Rescue Optimal Planning) model to provide an initial drift estimate, indicating downcoast movement. On the morning of 09-FEB-2024, USCG C-130 aircraft observed a shipping container to the southeast of the reported drop location, near the southern reaches of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS). MBNMS staff contacted the SSC to request further trajectory information on the floating container to inform further Sanctuary decisions.

North Atlantic Right Whale Mortality: Hindcast Request; Edgartown, MA (Martha's Vineyard)

Mon, 02/05/2024 - 16:00
On February 6, 2024, a representative from NOAA Fisheries Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office, Protected Resources Division, requested ORR modeling assistance for a recent North Atlantic right whale mortality event. ORR modelers are coordinating with Fisheries.

Barge Investigated for Oily Discharge, MM 11.5 Tennessee River; Calvert City, KY

Tue, 01/30/2024 - 16:00
On 31 JAN 2024, USCG Sector Ohio Valley (SOHV) contacted the NOAA SSC regarding a barge containing unknown material, presumed to be oily wastewater, that is believed to be associated with an oily discharge reported on 26 JAN by USCG Paducah in the vicinity of MM 11.5 on the TN River (west of Altona, KY). Subsequent investigations over the last several days have indicated the single-skinned barge is of questionable integrity and has approx. 269,730 gallons of oily wastewater on board. The NOAA SSC was consulted on many issues including removal, sampling and analysis, waste characterization, resources at risk, river and weather forecast information, etc. RP removal plan is under review. Remote support from SSC ongoing.

Tanker Truck Lube Oil Release; Port Hueneme, CA

Mon, 01/29/2024 - 16:00
On 30-JAN-2024, a tanker truck hose burst while transferring lubricating oil to a ship docked at the Port Hueneme Navy Yard. This caused a discharge of roughly 30 gallons of lube oil onto the ground, of which 20 gallons reportedly entered the water. A cleanup contractor has been hired and containment boom and sorbent materials have been deployed. An informal request for use of surface washing agent (SWA) was made for the purpose of de-contaminating the ship’s hull prior to departure. USCG and California’s Office of Spill Prevention & Response (OSPR) requested NOAA SSC input and an incident-specific RRT request for SWA use is anticipated.

Gray whale carcass; Solana Beach, CA

Mon, 01/29/2024 - 16:00
On 30-JAN-2024, the NMFS Stranding Coordinator in CA contacted the NOAA SSC regarding a 35-foot-long gray whale carcass on Solano Beach, CA. The carcass will likely be towed offshore within 24 hours before high winds move into the area. NMFS requested a carcass drift estimate to aid in determining how far offshore to tow the carcass so it does not re-beach in the upcoming days.

Naptha Discharge, San Jacinto River, Channelview, TX

Thu, 01/25/2024 - 16:00
On January 24, 2024, a barge collision on the San Jacinto River caused a hole in one tank of a barge, discharging approximately 400 bbls of naptha into the water (NRC#1390028). Sector Houston-Galveston contacted NOAA SSC for input on fate and effects. Phone support provided. OSROs responding, no further products requested.

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