Environmental crusade pays off for Fred Felleman
The Seattle Times reports the 119-foot tug Fred Felleman is on winter duty at Neah Bay to steer oil tankers away from Washington shores. Built by the Seattle tugboat dynasty, the vessel costs federal taxpayers over $350,000 monthly, with Fred Felleman and environmental groups including the Makah Tribe sharing credit for the effort.
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Environmental advocate pushes for Neah Bay tug amid industry pushback
Fred Felleman, a marine advocate, campaigns for a full-time rescue tug at Neah Bay to guard Washington coastlines from oil spills. He argues a single vessel improves safety, while critics warn of high costs and limited impact. The issue traces to the Exxon Valdez spill and ongoing coastal tanker traffic.
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