Don't look now, Cap'n, but I think we might have lost something!
 

Here's an interesting item.

The incident itself is no big deal, but if you cut and paste the
web address into your browser you'll see some neat video shot from a
USCG chopper at the scene.



Office of Public Affairs
U.S. Coast Guard Thirteenth District




Video Release Date: Sept. 9, 2005
Contact: PA3 Adam Eggers

(206) 391-6864

VIDEO OF SWIFTSURE PRINCE BARGE ADRIFT NEAR CAPE FLATTERY, WASH.


SEATTLE - The Coast Guard is monitoring the tow of a 350-foot timber
barge that separated from the tug Sea Commander in severe weather at
approximately 10:30 p.m., last night near Barkley Sound, British
Columbia.

The barge has been taken in tow by the tug Sea Commander at 12:25 p.m.,
and plans to tow it to an achorage near Barkley Sound. The tug Hunter
is expected to arrive by 1 p.m., to provide additional support.

To view a video of the timber barge Swiftsure Prince, download the
video at the following webpage:

http://www.piersystem.com/clients/uscg-13/45056.wmv





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