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EXXON OIL TANKER LOSES POWER IN PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND
Posted by: James M. Beard
January 20, 2010
Topic: Marine Safety
An 832-foot Exxon Oil tanker carrying 25 million gallons of crude oil briefly lost power as it was exiting Price William Sound on Sunday. Two tugs that were escorting the tanker, along with the tanker's automated steering system, were able to keep the tanker on course. The tanker was reportedly without power for approximately 30 minutes. The vessel was able to make safe harbor where it was inspected by the Coast Guard and cleared for sailing. The vessel's next port was scheduled to be San Francisco. The tanker has several layers of backup systems, which include three backup power systems, that allowed it to continue on its voyage. The incident adds evidence to pending legislation for increased safety regulations for oil tankers in Prince William Sound.
