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    Skimming the surface of Arctic oil recovery

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    Four personnel in blue uniforms are gathered around an 'AquaGuard' oil spill response skimmer device on what appears to be the deck of a vessel or dock. The stainless steel equipment bears the 'AquaGuard' brand name and features orange disc rotors visible on the left side, along with blue brushes on top. The scene appears to be an equipment inspection, loading, or demonstration activity in a maritime setting.

    ALASKA, UNITED STATES

    07.23.2017

    Photo by Chief Petty Officer Shawn Eggert 

    U.S. Coast Guard PADET Kodiak

    Crewmembers aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Healy (WAGB-20) prepare an ice-capable oil skimmer for testing in the Arctic, July 23, 2017.The Coast Guard Research and Development Center often deploys existing oil spill response technologies to better understand the limitations and capabilities, especially in the Arctic environment. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Senior Chief Petty Officer Rachel Polish

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    Date Taken: 07.23.2017
    Date Posted: 08.10.2017 14:47
    Photo ID: 3659206
    VIRIN: 170723-G-ZU774-001
    Resolution: 7360x4912
    Size: 1.29 MB
    Location: ALASKA, US

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