Human caused ecological disaster
Details
Event title
United States - F/V Rolfy Sinking in Seward Harbor; Seward, Alaska
Source
Severity
Unspecified
Event date (UTC)
2026-09-28 00:00:00
Last update (UTC)
2026-09-28 00:00:00
Area range
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Address/Affected area(s)
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On September 28, 2026, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) contacted the NOAA Scientific Support Coordinator (SSC) regarding the sinking of the F/V Rolfy in Seward, Alaska. The 91-foot vessel sank at I-Dock in Seward Harbor. A USCG-contracted salvage team will be refloating and de-fueling the vessel. The USCG requested NOAA's support with Endangered Species Act (ESA) consultation.