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Barge Fire Breaks Out In Delaware Bay
The Coast Guard and local fire agencies responded to a barge fire approximately 9 miles south of Port Mahon. There were six fire boats from local fire agencies actively fighting the fire. Watchstanders at the Sector Delaware Bay Command Center received a call at approximately 1 a.m. Monday, May 23 reporting a barge on fire in the Delaware River. The 300-foot barge was purportedly carrying household appliances for scrap. The Coast Guard launched a 29-foot Response Boat-Small boatcrew to assist and continue to monitor the situation. “Our highest priority is ensuring the safety …