From the USCG: —————————— An issue is preventing emailed eNOAD submissions from reaching the USCG National Vessel Movement Center (NVMC) email parser. Any email submission made after approximately 1430 DST (1330 local) today, 03/04/2019 has not yet been processed. Efforts…
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Due to a bridge allision and a barge breakaway, the Mississippi River is closed until further notice, from MM-233 to MM-235. For further information, contact VTS LMR on CH-5a or CH-12 VHF-FM. Tony Marinelli, Watch Supervisor U.S. Coast Guard Vessel…
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Time of Closure was 11:00 pm, March 1, 2019. Time of Re-Opening was 9:30 am, March 2, 2019. CAPT RonRonald W. BranchPresidentLouisiana Maritime Association (LaMA) Due to improved visibility in the vicinity of Algiers Point MM 94.5 AHP, the Mississippi River…
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Algiers Point is now open to navigation.Time of Closure: 4:45 am, local, today, March 1.Time of Reopening: 11:30 am, local, today, March 1. Sincerely,Ronald W. Branch, CAPT. USCG (Ret.) PresidentLouisiana Maritime Association (LAMA) Ron.branch@louisianamaritime.org Desk: (504) 899-5535Cell: (330) 760-0786Website: The Watch Stander Due to…
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There will be a USCG Temporary Safety Zone as follows: When: Monday, March 4, 2019Time: 1800 – 1900 LocalWhere: MM 93.0 to 96.0, AHOP, LMRWhy: Fireworks associated with Lundi Gras events. All vessels are prohibited from entering the safety zone…
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The High Water Advisory for MM 167.5 to MM 254.5 AHP has been updated for the Baton Rouge Gauge at 40’ and Rising. Highlights:Ocean Going Vessel requirements, Baton Rouge Harbor (MM 225-234) 1. Ocean going vessels must use tug escorts…
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Highlights for Ocean-Going Vessels: Ocean Going Vessel requirements, Baton Rouge Harbor MM 225-234: Ocean going vessels must use tug escorts with adequate horsepower alongside while transiting upbound past the I-10 Bridge to dock, as well as departing the dock and…
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This MSIB includes the following: Until further notice, vessel-to-vessel cargo transfers are prohibited unless specifically approved in advance by the Captain of the Port (COTP). This temporary VTS Measure restricts the cargo transfers authorized in designated anchorages as noted 33…
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This Measure is needed to protect persons and vessels from the potential safety hazards associated with U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) opening the Bonnet Carre Spillway on or about February 28, 2019.Effective at 0700 on February 26, 2019,…
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The full MSIB is provided below. Here are the requirements for Ocean-Going Vessels:Ocean Going Vessel requirements, Baton Rouge Harbor (MM 225-234): 1. Ocean going vessels must use tug escorts with adequate horsepower alongside while transitingupbound past the I-10 Bridge to…
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Official Closure Time is 3:30 pm today.See below. @ 1530 – Due to Low Visibility in the vicinity Algiers Point MM94.5 AHP the Mississippi River at Algiers Point is closed to all traffic. For updates on conditions in this area…
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See official notice below. @ 0730 – Due to Low Visibility in the vicinity Algiers Point MM94.5 AHP the Mississippi River at Algiers Point is closed to all traffic. For updates on conditions in this area contact Vessel Traffic Service…
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Algiers Point is closed as of 8:41 pm local. Due to Low Visibility in the vicinity Algiers Point MM94.5 AHP the Mississippi River at Algiers Point is closed to all traffic. For updates on conditions in this area contact Vessel…
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Official notice provided below. Due to Low Visibility in the vicinity Algiers Point MM94.5 AHP the Mississippi River at Algiers Point is closed to all traffic. For updates on conditions in this area contact Vessel Traffic Service Lower Mississippi River…
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Algiers Point is closed due to fog.Time of closure is 10:30 pm, Local.Official Notice provided below. The Coast Guard has determined that passage around Algiers Point is unsafe based upon the existing dense fog conditions. As of 2230 Algiers Point MM…
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As of 1:15 pm local, Algiers Point has been reopened for navigation.See below. Due to improved visibility in the vicinity of Algiers Point MM 94.5 AHP, the Mississippi River at Algiers Point is now open to all traffic. Vessels are…
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See official notice below. The Coast Guard has determined that passage around Algiers Point is unsafe based upon the existing dense fog conditions. As of 2130 Algiers Point MM 93.5 – 95.0 AHP is closed to all traffic. For further information contact…
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New Orleans CBP has issued a Blanket Delay in Departure for vessels unable to depart due to delays to navigation as a result of fog. The full Trade Notice is attached. SUBJECT: Blanket Delay in Departure Due to Fog Blanket Delay…
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Algiers Point at MM 93.5 to MM 95.0 is closed to navigation due to fog. Time of closure is 8:00 pm. USCG Notice The Coast Guard has determined that passage around Algiers Point is unsafe based upon the existing dense fog conditions.…
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The USCG COTP has issued the following: Vessel warping during high water may create a hazardous condition and significantly increase the potential risk of a marine casualty. Captain of the Port New Orleans expects vessels, facilities, and vessel agents planning…
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