Vessel Sinking, Adak Small Boat Harbor; Adak, AK

Adak, AK, USA | 2025-Jan-08

Initial Notification: USCG Sector Western Alaska & US Arctic contact the AK SSC on 1/8/2025 regarding 45' vessel sank in the Adak small boat harbor. The harbormaster has reported a sheen. The vessel operator reported the boat was defueled; this has not been confirmed. The harbormaster has reported harbor seals are swimming nearby, potentially in the sheen. Total potential discharge is 2000 gallons diesel. USCG requested that the SSC assist with identifying resources at risk -- particularly any ESA-listed species. USCG will initiate ESA emergency consultation if they are present in the area.