The call went out a few nights ago--three long separated siren wails. (Thank heavens NOT for a tsunami!) This was the call for volunteers to help at the harbor--"ship in distress". The ship had a slow leak, and the final pump went out. It sunk quickly, but the clean-up will be long and involved. The hazmat team opened the harbor just today to let the other fishing boats out. However, each boat had to be power washed before it could leave. I don't know if the boats will be allowed back into the harbor before it is "cleared," but the fishermen will probably just anchor outside for the time being.
I was impressed; the community and clean-up team was quickly on site. Although there is oil in/on the water, it seems to be mostly contained. The only question now--will there be insurance coverage?
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| Difficult to see anything below water... |
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| Hazmat team member cleaning up around the other boats--white pads soak up the oil and gas. |
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