Through the Oil Spill Response Operations program, the Council monitors activities related to the operational readiness of oil spill response personnel, equipment, and organization of the trans-Alaskan pipeline shipping industry. This program monitors oil spill incidents, drills, and exercises within Prince William Sound and evaluates response readiness.
Systems at fault in April Valdez Terminal spill identified
On April 12, a sheen was reported near the small boat harbor at the Valdez Marine Terminal. Investigations identified the ...
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New buoys now streaming weather conditions from Port Valdez
Two new buoys are now in place and broadcasting weather conditions in the vicinity of the Valdez Marine Terminal. The ...
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Sen. Dan Sullivan introduces legislation to make major improvements to the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund
Legislation includes enhancements supported by Prince William Sound RCAC Monday, the day after the 30th anniversary of the Exxon Valdez ...
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New buoys will collect data about winds and currents in Port Valdez
In February, the Council reached an agreement with Alyeska that will improve knowledge about weather conditions in Port Valdez. Alyeska ...
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Drills test new response equipment and personnel
Exercises required for marine transition A series of drills and exercises, including one large no-notice drill, helped assess the new ...
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How Alaskans redefined oil spill prevention and response
Alaska, and Prince William Sound in particular, is known for its world-class oil spill prevention and response system. But it ...
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