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local-news6 months ago•8 min saved

Senator Angus King Advocates to Delay Gulf of Maine Buoy Removal

The Coast Guard plans to remove around 350 navigational buoys from Maine to New Jersey, citing advancements in electronic navigation tools, but many local boaters and fishermen oppose the move, citing the importance of buoys for safety and tradition. The agency is reassessing the necessity of each buoy amid public feedback and safety concerns, especially around hazardous areas like rocks and shoals, emphasizing a balance between modernization and safety.

via The New York Times|

#buoys #coast-guard #local-news

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"US Rep. Castro and Democratic Delegation Raise Alarm Over Buoys Near Eagle Pass"

US Rep. Joaquin Castro led a Democratic delegation to Eagle Pass to assess the impact of Operation Lone Star and the recently installed buoys on the Rio Grande. Castro criticized Gov. Greg Abbott's treatment of migrants, calling it a "barbaric campaign of cruelty." The delegates expressed concern over the barriers, with Rep. Sylvia Garcia comparing them to traps for wild hogs. The Justice Department has sued Texas, seeking the removal of the buoys, which were installed without authorization. At least one person has been found dead and stuck on the south side of the barrier.

via KSAT San Antonio|

#border-crossings #buoys #greg-abbott

immigration2 years ago

Texas Implements Floating Barriers in Rio Grande to Combat Illegal Border Crossings

Texas is implementing a new strategy to combat illegal crossings by installing large buoys in the Rio Grande River, aiming to deter migrants from crossing into the United States. These buoys, equipped with cameras and sensors, will help law enforcement monitor the border and respond quickly to any illegal activity. The initiative is part of Texas' ongoing efforts to enhance border security and address the influx of migrants attempting to enter the country unlawfully.

via The Wall Street Journal|

#border-security #buoys #illegal-crossings

immigration2 years ago•1 min saved

Texas Implements Buoy Barrier to Curb Border Crossings

Texas has begun installing a buoy barrier along a section of the Rio Grande as a tactic to deter migrants from crossing illegally into the country. The first 1,000 feet of buoys will be deployed in Maverick County's Eagle Pass, and the movable buoys are part of Operation Lone Star, the state's border security effort. Governor Greg Abbott stated that the buoys will prevent people from even reaching the border.

via KXAN.com|

#border-security #buoys #immigration

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Texas to use buoy barrier to prevent undocumented border crossings

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the state will install a barrier made of buoys along a section of the Rio Grande to prevent people from wading or swimming across the river from Mexico seeking refuge in the US. The installation of the buoys would begin immediately, and the buoys will be four to six feet high with webbing underneath to prevent people from swimming under them. The buoy plan was announced as Abbott signed into law six bills which will target immigration, part of a $5.1bn package approved by the Texas legislature.

via The Guardian US|

#border-control #buoys #immigration

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Texas Implements Innovative Measures to Prevent Illegal Crossings at Rio Grande.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the deployment of buoys down the Rio Grande to deter migrants from crossing illegally. The buoys will supplement other measures the state is taking, including the deployment of National Guard troops and the installation of concertina wire. The first 1,000 feet of buoys are being deployed near Eagle Pass because of an uptick in illegal crossings in the Maverick County area. The governor also signed six bills related to border security, including legislation that gives more power to federal agents to arrest and search migrants suspected of committing state crimes, authorizes the use of drones for border surveillance, and provides compensation to farmers and ranchers whose land is damaged by migrants.

via The Texas Tribune|

#border-security #buoys #greg-abbott

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

Philippines Asserts Sovereignty Over Contested Islands Amid Tensions with China

The Philippines has set up buoys carrying its flag around the Spratly Islands in the South China Sea to assert its sovereignty over the contested region, where China, Taiwan, and Vietnam also claim control. The move comes as China continues to deploy navy and maritime vessels and build manmade islands on the reefs. The Philippines previously installed five navigational buoys in May 2022. Ownership over the Spratly Islands has long been contested, with China claiming almost the entire South China Sea, despite an international ruling invalidating its claims in 2016.

via Fox News|

#buoys #china #international-relations