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Alaska Senators want 2 Tug Escorts for Double Hulled Tankers

Alaska’s Senators have introduced a bill that would require all oil tankers in Prince William Sound to be escorted by at least two tug vessels. Current law says only single-hulled tankers need the dual escort, but the new law would require them for double-hulled tankers too.Libby Casey, APRN - Washington, D.C.Download Audio (MP3)