Key takeaways:
- Three barges broke free from their tugboat on the Ohio River in Louisville, Kentucky
- One of the barges was carrying 1,400 tons of methanol
- Crews are currently working to remove the barges from the river, and the cause of the incident is still under investigation
On Tuesday, three barges broke free from their tugboat on the Ohio River in Louisville, Kentucky, after it hit a structure at the entrance to the Portland Canal. One of the barges was carrying 1,400 tons of methanol, a highly flammable compound. The remaining two barges were transporting soy and corn.
The three barges are now pinned against the McAlpine Dam site, with one of them partially submerged in the river. Louisville Emergency Management has said that there is currently no evidence of a tank breach or any leaks, and that air and water monitoring resources are in place.
Crews are currently working to remove the barges from the river. Louisville Emergency Management has said that the removal process is expected to take several days. The agency is also working with the U.S. Coast Guard and the Environmental Protection Agency to ensure the safety of the river and its surrounding areas.
The incident is still under investigation, and the cause of the barges breaking free is still unknown. Louisville Emergency Management has urged the public to stay away from the area while the removal process is underway.
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