LNM13-B54CF2
PAN PANReceived 23 Sept 2026, 00:00 UTCArchived 04 Nov 2026, 18:24 UTC
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Positions open on the mapSECTOR PUGET SOUND, SUBMERGED LAND ACT (SLA) - STRAIT OF JUAN DE FUCA
General / Threatened And Endangered Species Advisory (TESS Advisory) / Marine Wildlife Migration
Effective 01 Jun to 31 Oct 2026, the Enhancing Cetacean Habitat and Observation (ECHO) Program voluntary ship slowdown in the vicinity of Swiftsure Bank is in effect for all inbound and outbound commercial and government vessels to reduce underwater noise for at-risk whales. If it is safe and operationally feasible to do so, commercial and government vessels are requested to not exceed the following speeds through the water: 11 knots – Bulkers, tankers, general cargo vessels, and government vessels; and, 14.5 knots – Vehicle carriers, cruise ships, and container vessels. The voluntary ship slowdown takes place at Swiftsure Bank between 125° 17' W or 48° 19' N on the western or southern sides, and 124° 40’ W on the eastern side. All vessels transiting inbound or outbound are asked to slowdown when it is safe and operationally feasible to do so. Speed transition zones are in place about 2 nautical miles prior to entering the slowdown area. The ECHO Program is led by the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority in collaboration with government agencies, Indigenous communities, industry partners and environmental groups. For more detailed information, refer to the following internet web address: https://www.portvancouver.com/echo/
USCG Northwest District Local Notice to Mariners 43/2026
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