Kulluk anchored in safe harbor after tow

JANUARY 8, 2013 —  Unified Command confirmed yesterday that the Kulluk has arrived in its final safe harbor location in Kiliuda Bay where it will undergo assessment. At approximately 12:15 p.m. Alaska Time yesterday the Kulluk’s anchor was lowered to the bottom of the Bay.

Unified Command also confirmed:

Support vessels Alert, Lauren Foss and Corbin Foss remain connected to the Kulluk.

The Aiviq has disconnected from the Kulluk but is standing by.

A Coast Guard overflight yesterday did not observe any sheen in the vicinity.

The Warrior, Ocean Wave, Perseverance, Nanuq and Alex Haley are standing by.