Belize Port Authority warns mariners of salvage operation near Placencia

Published by BBNTEAM at August 19, 2022

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Posted: Friday, August 19, 2022. 12:32 pm CST.

By Benjamin Flowers: The Belize Port Authority (BPA) is asking mariners to be cautious of a salvage operation taking place near Placencia.

The BPA said that the salvage operation is being done, with its approval, by R & B Development Company at coordinates 16°27’53.94’N & 088°23’8.391” W of Harvest Caye.

The operation is being done to remove a wreck from the seabed.

“The Belize Port Authority will be overseeing the operation to ensure that all regulations and safety measures are strictly adhered to when removing the wreck,” the BPA said. “The salvage operations will be ongoing for approximately (08) eight days. Mariners are to operate with extreme caution when traversing in this area.”

Those with concerns or seeking additional information are urged to call the BPA at 222-5666, or by email at [email protected].

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