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Heard on: Kitsap County Area Marine · 1/16/2026 04:35 PM
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Yes sir, the Coast Guard Command Center received a report near the Thea Foss Waterway that there was a barge with a black hull, white superstructure that may be sinking.
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Possible barge sinking near Thea Foss Waterway

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As discussed during the dispatch call, coast Guard personnel received a report of a possible sinking barge with a black hull and white superstructure near the Thea Foss Waterway in Tacoma. Nearby vessels were being contacted to confirm the situation.

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