A commercial boat that sank in Pere Marquette Lake, Michigan, in early February has been recovered. The operation, which took place on Monday, involved the Ludington Police Department, the Mason County Sheriff's Office Dive Team, Lake Street Marina, and Zupin Crane. These agencies and local businesses worked together to recover the vessel, according to CBS News Detroit.
An oil or fuel leak was found during the recovery of a vessel, leading to calls for help from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy and the United States Coast Guard, as noted by WZZM 13. The Coast Guard deployed equipment to contain the leak, which is expected to remain in place for several days to manage any remaining fluids and reduce risks to the local environment. The city is taking steps to prevent environmental damage and protect nearby habitats.
Authorities are investigating the sinking of a boat in Ludington. Police Chief Chris Jones stated that "numerous small holes on the boat’s bottom" likely caused the incident, as reported by MLive. A containment boom is in place to manage pollution, but the exact cause of the sinking is still unclear. The recovery is expected to cost over $10,000, and the city plans to seek reimbursement from the boat's owner. Residents are being updated through social media.
