Richmond Yacht Basin Fire, Richmond, Virginia; 9998 Arrahatteck Trail, Henrico, VA 23231, USA
9998 Arrahatteck Trail, Henrico, VA 23231, USA | 2016-Dec-09
Initial Notification: On December 9, 2016, the USCG Sector Hampton Roads notified the NOAA SSC that there was a fire at the Richmond Yacht Basin Marine, Richmond, VA. Several dozen recreational boats, adjacent docks and piers were engulfed in flames. Sheen was observed in the James River. USCG on-scene. USCG requested technical support. tides and weather.
Incident Details
| Primary threat: | Oil |
| Products of concern: | diesel fuel and gasoline |
| Total amount at risk of spill: | Unknown gallons |
| Latitude (approximate): | 37° 23.63′ North |
| Longitude (approximate): | 77° 22.02′ West |