Coast Guard Vessel Spills 500 Gallons of Diesel Fuel off Northern California Coast
The United States Coast Guard reported an unintentional spill of around 500 gallons of diesel fuel off the Northern California coast. District 11 of the Coast Guard released a statement confirming the incident involving a Coast Guard vessel.
A US Coast Guard vessel in District 11 accidentally released around 500 gallons of diesel fuel off the coast of Northern California, as stated in a news release.
The incident occurred when the Coast Guard Cutter Alder, a 225-foot buoy tender, was en route to Humboldt Bay on Friday morning. The vessel was approximately 30 miles offshore from Fort Bragg at the time, according to the release.
Coast Guard officials are currently investigating and assessing any potential impacts on sensitive sites, but they do not anticipate any harm to the shoreline.
According to Coast Guard Rear Adm. Andrew Sugimoto, who leads District 11, their main focus is on safeguarding the environment and avoiding any future incidents.
US Coast Guard and local authorities are investigating an oil sheen in the waters off Huntington Beach in Southern California.
US Coast Guard and local authorities are investigating an oil sheen in the waters off Huntington Beach in Southern California.
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An oil sheen spotted near Huntington Beach in Southern California is believed to be 'local crude oil,' according to the Coast Guard. CNN reached out to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to inquire about their potential participation in the cleanup efforts.
Last week, there was an incident off the coast of Southern California where approximately 85 gallons of what seemed to be "lightly weathered crude oil" was discovered near Huntington Beach.
In addition to the oil spill, about 1,050 pounds of oily waste, sand, and tar balls were cleaned up from the shoreline. The Coast Guard also rescued one aquatic diving bird that had oil on it.
After an Amplify Energy oil pipeline leaked 131,000 gallons of crude oil into the Pacific Ocean near Huntington Beach in October 2021, beach closures lasted for approximately a week.
This report includes contributions from CNN's Claire Colbert.
Editor's P/S:
The accidental discharge of diesel fuel off Northern California's coast is concerning, highlighting the potential risks to the environment posed by marine vessels. While the Coast Guard claims the spill's impact is minimal and no shoreline damage is anticipated, it's crucial to remain vigilant and assess any long-term effects. The ongoing investigation and efforts to protect sensitive sites are essential in mitigating potential harm to marine life and coastal ecosystems.
Furthermore, the article references a separate incident off Southern California involving an oil spill and subsequent cleanup efforts. These events underscore the need for robust safety measures and emergency response plans to prevent and minimize the consequences of oil spills, which can have devastating effects on marine habitats, wildlife, and coastal communities. local ecosystem. The ongoing investigation into the source of the oil sheen will hopefully lead to measures being taken to prevent future incidents.
