Port restrictions set as potential hurricanes approach US

Cargo operations suspended at Port of Key West.

· Sunday, August 23, 2020

Photo: NOAA

Tropical storms Laura and Marco will both likely become hurricanes as they hit the U.S. Gulf Coast in the coming days. The U.S. Coast Guard is restricting vessel movement at the Port of Key West. All vessels greater than 300 gross tons must depart unless the Captain of the Port (COTP) has approved a request to remain in port. Terminals and facilities must cease all cargo operations and secure handling of equipment. Bulk liquid terminals must ensure that all transfer hoses and loading arms are drained, flanged and secured.

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Nick is a meteorologist with 20 years of forecasting and broadcasting experience. He was nominated for a Midsouth Emmy for his coverage during a 2008 western Tennessee tornado outbreak. He received his Bachelor of Science in Meteorology from Florida State University, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Management from the Georgia Tech. Nick is a member of the American Meteorological Society and National Weather Association. As a member of the weather team at WBBJ-TV in Jackson, Tennessee, Nick was nominated for a Mid-South Emmy for live coverage of a major tornado outbreak in February 2008. As part of the weather team at WRCB-TV in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Nick shared the Chattanooga Times-Free Press Best of the Best award for “Best Weather Team” eight consecutive years.