Update: Bomb Threat in the Industrial Canal Fore Bay
The Industrial Canal forebay and locks were reopened to all traffic at 0141.
Read MoreThe Industrial Canal forebay and locks were reopened to all traffic at 0141.
Read MoreA Bomb threat has been reported in the Industrial Canal Fore Bay. No vessels will be allowed in or out of the Fore Bay or Industrial Canal until further notice. For additional information vessels may contact VTS LMR on VHF…
Read MoreThe following restrictions are in place at MM 81, AHP, IVO USACE Revetment Operations: Effective 6:00 AM on Monday, November 26, 2018, this Measure is in effect with the following provisions: Sea-going deep draft vessels are restricted to one-way traffic…
Read MoreThe USCG has amended their navigation operational restrictions at the Revetment Operations iVO MM 81. Note: The operations have concluded until 0600 (Local) Monday, November 26, 2018. Effective 6:00 AM on Monday, November 26, 2018, this Measure is in effect…
Read MoreThe ACOE Poydras Revetment Operation at MM-81.0 LDB is secured for the weekend. The Mat Sinking Unit is folded in, but extends approximately 300 ft into the river from the Left Descending Bank. Two-way traffic is authorized for all vessels.…
Read MoreThe USACE has commenced Revetment Ops at MM 81.0 AHP. Effective immediately on November 23, 2018, this Measure is in effect with the following provisions: All vessels are restricted to one-way traffic from MM 80.3 to MM 81.5 AHP LMR…
Read MoreThe Allendale (MM 239.2) revetment operations have been completed. The equipment will now move to Good Hope (MM 123.4) with operations anticipated to begin at 0600 tomorrow, 17 November 2018. The full USCG notice is below. Revetment operations in the…
Read MoreThe USCG has issued a Marine Safety Information Bulletin that lists high water restrictions in effect as the Carrollton Gauge has reached 12’ on the rise. Highlights include: 1. Algiers Point traffic lights are energized. 2. Vessels are required to…
Read MoreThe forwarded notice announces upcoming updates on the eNOA/D reporting format. This update will be released on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. NOAD Schema 3.6 — 15-day Notice As part of ongoing efforts to enhance maritime domain awareness, we continue to…
Read MoreThe Sunshine Bridge Main Channel span is now open to vessel traffic, with the below measures still in effect: All deep draft vessels, all line tows, and large tows (five or more barges) are restricted to one-way traffic from MM…
Read MoreThe USCG MSIB regarding the LMR channel closure at the Sunshine Bridge is below. Reminder: The LMR navigation channel (main and alternate) from MM 167 to MM 168 IVO the Sunshine Bridge (MM 167.5) will be closed to all vessels…
Read MoreThe Captain of the Port of New Orleans Will close all spans of the Sunshine Bridge (MM 167.5, AHOP) To all vessels, Between MM-167 and MM-168 AHOP Between 1300 and 1500 hours local time Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 24, For bridge…
Read MoreNOBRA has been notified by the USCG that the all spans of the LMR navigation channel at the Sunshine Bridge (MM 167.5, AHOP) will be closed to all navigation tomorrow, Wednesday, October 23, between 1300-1500 hours, local.The USCG is working…
Read MoreDue to improved visibility; Algiers Point is now open to all traffic. Time of Closure: 0500, local, today. Time of Reopening: 0908, local, today. Due to improved visibility in the vicinity of Algiers Point MM 94.5 AHP, the Mississippi River…
Read MoreVTS LMR has established a VTS Measure on the LMR from MM 167 to MM 168, AHOP. The following provisions are in effect: Starting on October 21, 2018: All deep draft vessels, all line tows, and large tows (five or…
Read MoreAlgiers Point is closed to navigation due to fog. Time of closure: 0500 local, 20 October 2018. The Coast Guard has determined that passage around Algiers Point is unsafe based upon the existing conditions. As of 0500, due to Low…
Read MoreSUMMARY The U. S. Coast Guard will impose conditions of entry on vessels arriving from Iraq (with the exception of several exempted port facilities). Conditions of Entry (COE) are intended to protect the United States from vessels arriving from countries…
Read MoreFrom the USCG: The Sunshine Bridge alternate navigation span, MM-167.5 RDB, remains closed to all marine traffic due to structural damages. The main navigation channel span remains open to all marine traffic. For further information, contact VTS Lower Mississippi River…
Read MoreDue to T/V KRISTEN ALEXIS’ crane stuck under the Sunshine Bridge alternate (west bank) span, the alternate span is closed to all traffic. The main channel span remains open, but all vessels must pass at their slowest safe speed. The…
Read MoreThe USCG will establish a Safety Zone as follows: Event: Fireworks Day/Date: Saturday, Oct 6, 2018 Time (Local): 2100 hours to 2200 hours Location: MM 94.0 to 95.0 IVO Algiers Point. Details: All vessels are prohibited from entering safety zone…
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