Sailboat Kuva Grounding, Thumb Cove; Seward, AK

Seward, AK, USA | 2025-Jan-10

Initial Notification: On January 10, 2025, the USCG Sector Western Alaska and US Arctic notified the SSC regarding the sailboat Kuva that was discovered grounded on the beach on the north side of Thumb Cove, Resurrection Bay near Seward, AK. The vessel has approximately 50 gallons diesel on board, but no discharge is observed. The owner is coordinating removal of the boat, planned for next week. USCG requested assistance in identifying potential resources at risk.