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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