MSIB XXII-031 The 2022 Hurricane Season commences June 1st and continues through November 30th. You are strongly encouraged to review your existing hurricane plan or develop a plan if you do not have one. It is extremely important to decide…
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MSIB XXII-030 NVIC 01-20 Cyber Regulations: In March of 2020, the Coast Guard released Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular (NVIC) 01-20 titled “Guidelines for Addressing Cyber Risks at MTSA Regulated Facilities”. This NVIC clarifies the existing Maritime Transportation Security Act…
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UPDATE 24MAY2022 ******UPDATED DATE and TIME – River Closure****** Mariners are advised on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 from 0700 to 1300, the Lower Mississippi River at MM 16.2, Below Head of Passes will be closed to all vessel traffic in…
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MSIB XXII-029 Waterway Status – Periodic Closures of the GIWW Lake Borgne Surge Barrier Sector Gate In support of the U.S. Army Core of Engineers and South Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East Hurricane Preparedness and Public Relations event, mariners are advised…
Read MoreMSIB XXII-027 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 31’ and predicted to rise, the Captain of the Port of New Orleans has issued a safety advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile…
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MSIB XXI-026 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 33 feet and predicted to fall, the COTP New Orleans has issued a Safety Advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile 219 to Mile…
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MSIB XXII-025 When the Carrollton Gauge reads 12 feet and falling, the following requirements will no longer be in effect: 1. For all vessels operating in the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) below Mile Marker (MM) 233.9 Above Head of Passes…
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MSIB XXII-023 When the Carrollton Gauge reads 12 feet and rising, the following operating requirements will be in effect: 1. For all vessels operating in the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) below Mile Marker (MM) 233.9 Above Head of Passes (AHP),…
Read MoreMSIB XXII-022 Regarding Alliance Anchorage – MM 63 to MM 66 AHOP Beginning April 24, 2022 and continuing until further notice: • All vessels transiting from MM 63 to MM 66 shall contact the on-scene dredge, M/V J.S. CHATRY on…
Read MoreUPDATED 12APR2022 MSIB XXII-021a UPDATED Waterways Status – Temporary Security and Safety Zones – NEW ORLEANS, LA Navy Week New Orleans 2022 and French Quarter Festival will be held in New Orleans, LA beginning on April 18, 2022 and lasting…
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MSIB XXII-020 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin supersedes Volume XXII, Issue 018 “Carrollton Gauge 12 Feet and Rising”, originally published on March 8, 2022. When the Carrollton Gauge reads 12 feet and falling, the following requirements will no longer be…
Read MoreMSIB XXII-019 Waterway Status – Temporary Safety Zone MM 94.5-95.5 AHP LMR The U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port New Orleans, under the authority of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act, will activate a temporary safety zone as published…
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MSIB XXII-024 The Captain of the Port New Orleans is issuing a Safety Advisory for the waters of the Atchafalaya River in the vicinity of MM 14 on the Left Descending Bank. This advisory is needed to protect persons and…
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MSIB 02-21 CH.4 USCG Coast Guard has issued an update. Actually, this MSIB confirms that there has been no change in the mask requirements for persons traveling on vessels or at transportation hubs (sea ports). Transportation hubs include sea ports…
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MSIB XXII-018 When the Carrollton Gauge reads 12 feet and rising, the following operating requirements will be in effect: 1. For all vessels operating in the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) below Mile Marker (MM) 233.9 Above Head of Passes (AHP),…
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MSIB XXII-017 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 30’ and predicted to rise, the Captain of the Port of New Orleans has issued a safety advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile…
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MSIB XXII-016 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 25′ and predicted to rise, the Captain of the Port of New Orleans has issued a safety advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile…
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MSIB XXII-015 MSIB XXII-015 Attachment, Midstream Transfer When the Carrollton Gauge reads 8 feet and rising, the following operating requirements will be in effect: 1. In accordance with 33 CFR 161.65, the Governor Nicholls Harbor Traffic Control Light 94, the…
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MSIB XXII-014 The Mardi Gras festivities will be held in New Orleans, LA beginning on February 25, 2022 and lasting through March 1, 2022. As part of the celebrations, multiple events will be taking place on or adjacent to the…
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MSIB XXII-013 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin supersedes Volume XXII, Issue 012 Carrollton Gauge at 8 Feet and Rising. The Carrollton Gauge reads below 9 feet and falling, the following measures are in effect: 1. In accordance with 33 Code…
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