The Dunleavy administration says cruise ship observers aren’t needed. But DEC records show the Ocean Rangers are logging a pattern of potential water pollution from vessels.
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Spill responders war-game worst-case scenarios in Southeast Alaska
Suppose a heavy cargo ship hauling ore collided with a tug and barge? First responders from the state and federal agencies practiced containing a hypothetical spill near Hawk Inlet.
Alaska’s fast ferries are being prepped for sale
State officials confirm the fast ferry Fairweather will be removed from service this month. It’s part of a plan to sell both fast ferries in advance of a $250,000 ferry system study commissioned by the Dunleavy administration.
EPA, Alaska seek to relax water pollution rules
The EPA has revived consideration of a 2006 state proposal that would broaden exceptions to Alaska’s clean water rules. Opponents warn it could ease permitting of large-scale projects like Pebble Mine.
The night a Guardian Flight vanished, the Coast Guard’s nearest helicopters couldn’t fly
When a Guardian Flight air ambulance plane inexplicably vanished Jan. 29 over Frederick Sound, mechanical failures grounded the nearest Coast Guard helicopters at Air Station Sitka.
National Park Service announces Glacier Bay cruise plan
The National Park Service says seven cruise lines have been approved to conduct day trips inside Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. The 10-year plan preserves the park’s two ships per day limit.