Authorities say the first reports of a sheen were first received less than a week after the earthquake. The Coast Guard flew over Aug. 6 and confirmed what appeared to be a spill in about 30 feet of water.
Jacob Resneck, CoastAlaska
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A crew shortage canceled an Alaska ferry. Officials and unions warn it could happen again.
The Department of Transportation says there are at least 125 unfilled vacancies on the marine highway, system-wide.
LISTEN: Governor’s chief of staff talks plans for Alaska ferries
There’s language in the U.S. Senate’s $1 trillion infrastructure bill that could throw a life ring to Alaska’s beleaguered ferry system. CoastAlaska spoke with the governor’s chief of staff about plans for the ferry system.
Feds to consider protections for Southeast Alaska’s wolves
The agency in 2016 declined to list the species as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act.
Federal fisheries officials raise concern over Kensington Mine expansion
The Kensington Mine is one of the region’s largest private sector employers with around 360 employees. But in order to stay open through 2033, the mine needs to expand its footprint.
Biden to freeze Tongass timber sales, invest in other Southeast Alaska sectors
The practical effect of Thursday’s announcement would be to freeze any remaining old growth timber sales except for those used in small scale salvage projects for cultural use by Alaska Native tribes and others.