Coast Guard investigates cause of marine casualty

DATE: June 25, 2009 3:47:33 PM CDT

Office of External Affairs U.S. Coast Guard

News Release	Date: June 25, 2009 Contact: PA3 Stephen Lehmann (504) 671-2020
Coast Guard investigates cause of marine casualty
NEW ORLEANS— The Coast Guard is investigating a marine incident that caused a tug boat to take on water and sink in Lake Pontchartrain Wednesday, June 24, 2009. Coast Guard Station New Orleans received the initial report at approximately 5:30 p.m from the captain of the sinking vessel that the M/V Capt. Mack was taking on water, one mile northeast of the Lakefront Airport. The station launched a 41-foot rescue boat and crew to assist. The two people on board the M/V Capt. Mack were quickly rescued before the vessel completely capsized. Fuel vents on board the M/V Capt. Mack have been blocked and boom has been placed around the site of the sinking to mitigate any possible pollution. The incident is under investigation. ### Saving Lives and Guarding the Coast Since 1790. The United States Coast Guard -- Proud History. Powerful Future.