With tug still underwater, Samson develops salvage plan

The tugboat Powhatan remains underwater, surrounded by booms to contain the oil spill in April 2017. (Photo courtesy of SEAPRO)
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 Thursday, initial estimates that the vessel contained 340 gallons of oil on board were incorrect.
Divers have found multiple spots where oil could have been released and have since sealed off th