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News Release

Date: Sep 3, 2010

Contact: Public Affairs Det. Baltimore

(410) 576-2541

Coast Guard sets normal port conditions for Hampton Roads

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — The Coast Guard Captain of the Port has authorized the port of Hampton Roads to resume normal operations.

The Captain of the Port is working closely with the port industry, Navy, Army Corps of Engineers, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Virginia Pilot Association and local marine law enforcement units to minimize risk as the port returns to normalcy.

Coast Guard personnel are conducting post hurricane damage assessments throughout the port.

All media inquiries should be directed to Lt. j.g. Scott McBride at 757-638-2493 or Lt. Jack Smith at 757-434-1858.

 

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