Ohio River barges: Runaway vessels come loose on water near Louisville
The barges came loose Tuesday from a tugboat. One of the barges was carrying 1,400 tons of methanol.
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The barges came loose Tuesday from a tugboat. One of the barges was carrying 1,400 tons of methanol.
"There is currently zero evidence of a tank breach or any leaks, and air and water monitoring resources are in place," according to Louisville Metro Emergency Services in Kentucky.
First responders say there is no harm to the general public.
Louisville's water is safe to drink, officials say, despite a "partially submerged" barge carrying 1,400 tons of methanol on the Ohio River.
"There is currently zero evidence of a tank breach or any leaks, and air and water monitoring resources are in place," according to Louisville Metro Emergency Services in Kentucky.