Coast Guard Tests Underwater Oil Barrier System
region of Morrow Lake, and tested two different anchoring methods. The anchoring method is dependent on river depth, type of substrate of the river bottom, and resources available to oil spill responders at the time of an incident. Local U.S. Environmental Protection Agency representatives and the Northern Michigan regional director from the office of Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., observed portions of the test.This is one of several efforts the RDC is undertaking to improve spill response capabilities for non-floating oil because of the increasing transport of oil sands and diluted bitumen, known as dilbit
Two Great Lakes Toxic Hotspots Restored
and waterways. Today’s announcement shows once again the urgent need to invest in partnerships that clean up, restore, and protect our Great Lakes for generations to come.” “The delisting of the Deer Lake Area of Concern and the White Lake Area of Concern is great news for Northern Michigan,” said U.S. Rep. Dan Benishek. “As a member of the Great Lakes Task Force, I’ve been a strong advocate for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, which has made today’s news possible. Northern Michiganders, and all who live and work in the Great Lakes, understand why
February 2025
