M/V City of Redwood; Mile 626 Ohio River

Mile 626 Ohio River | 2010-Dec-06

Initial Notification: On December 6, 2010, USCG Sector Ohio Valley notified NOAA ERD of a potential acid discharge from a sinking barge in the Ohio river near Louisville, KY. The double-hulled barge is loaded with 1521 tons of hydrochloric acid and appears to be taking on water in the void spaces in the hull. The barge is rafted in string of other barges and is currently pushed up against the shore (a common practice in the rivers) and is stable. At this time there is no evidence of a release. USCG requested assistance on potential response alternatives.