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Bollinger Houma Shipyards lays keel for T-ATS 10

With members of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation in attendance, a keel laying ceremony for the future USNS Muscogee Creek Nation (T-ATS 10), the fifth ship in the Navy’s Navajo class of Towing, Salvage, and Rescue vessels was held at Bollinger Houma Shipyards, March 20, reports the Navy’s Program Executive Office Ships.

Sponsors Geri Wisner, Attorney General of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation; Nicole Foster, wife of Rear Admiral Calvin Foster; and Muscogee (Creek) Nation Principal Chief David Hill...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/bollinger-houma-shipyards-lays-keel-for-t-ats-10/

[Watch] Killer Whale Seeks Human Aid

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A remarkable video capturing a young killer whale seeking human help to rescue its trapped mother has gained viral attention. The heartwarming display showcases an extraordinary bond between humans and animals, challenging preconceived notions about wild predators and highlighting their intelligence and cooperation, as published on ET.

Whale seeks to help

A heartwarming video captures a young killer whale seeking help from humans to rescue its entangled mother. The rescue...

https://mfame.guru/watch-killer-whale-seeks-human-aid/

New MCA Documentary on Channel 5 Released

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The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is set to captivate audiences with a behind-the-scenes documentary series, “Coastguard: Every Second Counts,” which will provide a compelling look into the life-saving work carried out by the agency, reports UKNIP.

About the series

Premiering on Sunday, July 2, at 9pm on Channel 5, the series will offer viewers a comprehensive understanding of the wide range of tasks undertaken by the MCA.

Safety is the Foundation From the dedicated...

https://mfame.guru/new-mca-documentary-on-channel-5-released/

[FAQ] What Happens When A Huge Ship Sinks?

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What precisely should you do in the event of a shipwreck, and how can you avoid catastrophic pollution? 

What happens next?

At 3:24 am in the Atlantic Ocean, a catastrophe unfolds across the moonlit waters.

The coastguard receives the distress call.

Helicopters lift the flailing crew members to safety, while support boats unload any cargo that hasn’t already tumbled into the sea.

If a fire breaks out, the vessel will become a giant pressure cooker.

Although our MS Seascape is...

https://mfame.guru/faq-what-happens-when-a-huge-ship-sinks/

Portland Bay: an immense effort, an incredible act of selflessness and bravery

Pictured: the Portland Bay in distress being rescued by a Smit Lamnalco Tug working in the Engage Towage joint venture. Photo credit: unknown.

By Mark Malone, CEO of Engage Marine & Westug

Mr Malone wrote the following item on Linkedin, shortly after the Portland Bay was brought safely alongside at Port Botany. Shipping Australia wanted to acknowledge the incredible skill and bravery of the team that safely brought the vessel into port. The following item is re-published with Mr Malone’s...

https://www.shippingaustralia.com.au/portland-bay-an-immense-effort-an-incredible-act-of-selflessness-and-bravery/

Fireboats used to aerate section of Biscayne Bay

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department’s two fireboats were recently called on for an unusual job — help save the sea life in Biscayne Bay.

Fireboats 21 and 73 spent four hours and covered about two square miles aerating a portion of the bay with thousands of dead and dying creatures ranging from pufferfish and eels to lobster and grunts.

The emergency aeration worked — for the time being. Oxygen readings increased by 30% directly around the boats and 15% about 100 yards away, according to Miami...

https://www.workboat.com/news/coastal-inland-waterways/fireboats-used-to-aerate-section-of-biscayne-bay/

i911 helping Coast Guard save lives

First Coast Guard District command center crews, from Maine to Northern New Jersey, have a new tool to help distressed mariners come home to their families after being out to sea.

This is the verbiage of the text message the i911 system sends for mariners to follow to share their location with the Coast Guard. This system was new approved for use across the service. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Nicole J. Groll

The i911 program allows for watchstanders to use a mariner’s...

https://www.workboat.com/news/government/i911-helping-coast-guard-save-lives/

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