With tug still underwater, Samson develops salvage plan

Until the tugboat is salvaged, SEAPRO is maintaining containment boom around the Powhatan and deflection boom off of Starrigavan Beach. (Photo provided by Samson Tug & Barge; May 19, 2017)A Sitka tugboat that sank at the Samson Tug & Barge dock four weeks ago remains underwater at Starrigavan Bay.
According to a situation report issued by the state May 25, initial estimates that the vessel contained 340 gallons of oil on board were incorrect.
Divers have found multiple spots where oil co