MARINE SAFETY INFORMATION BULLETIN 05-21 SET MARITIME PORT CONDITION X-RAY
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Commander 120 Woodward Ave.
United States Coast Guard New Haven, CT 06512
Sector Long Island Sound Phone: (203) 468-4444
Email: d01-smb-lisccenter@uscg.mil
16600
August 20, 2021
MARINE SAFETY INFORMATION BULLETIN 05-21
SET MARITIME PORT CONDITION X-RAY
Attention Maritime Partners:
1. SUMMARY: Captain of the Port (COTP) Long Island Sound has set Port Condition X-Ray as of 1200
local time for the entire COTP zone because sustained gale force winds are predicted to arrive within 48
hours. Tropical Storm HENRI is expected to turn toward the north by tonight and accelerate in that
direction through early Sunday. Dangerous storm surge inundation and hurricane conditions are possible
beginning Sunday in portions of Long Island, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and southeastern
Massachusetts, where a Storm Surge Watch and Hurricane Watch are in effect. Heavy rainfall may lead to
flash, urban, and small stream flooding, along with the potential for moderate river flooding, over
portions of southern New England Sunday into Monday. Swells from HENRI will begin to reach much of
the east coast of the U.S. by the end of the week and continue through the weekend. These swells could
cause life-threatening surf and rip currents.
The following should be taken into consideration:
Closely monitor NOAA weather forecasts for current storm information.
Pleasure craft should seek safe haven or stay off the water entirely. Extreme caution should be
exercised in the inlets on the south shore of Long Island.
Drawbridges may not be operating if sustained gale force winds (34kts/39mph) are attained or if
evacuation is in progress.
2. ACTION: Port and Waterway Status: Open – with no restrictions.
COTP Long Island Sound will issue additional MSIBs if the storm approaches and port conditions
change, including bridge or waterway closures. Mariners throughout the COTP Long Island Sound zone
are encouraged to use all means available to monitor the path of Tropical Storm HENRI and remain
prepared to take action as the system progresses. Port Condition Yankee is normally implemented when
gale force winds are predicted to arrive within 48 hours. Port Condition Zulu is normally implemented
when gale force winds are predicted to arrive within 12 hours. Once Zulu is set the port will be closed to
all vessel traffic except for vessel movements and activities specifically authorized by the COTP.
All commercial vessels, pilots and tug companies must adhere to the following:
a. All self-propelled oceangoing vessels over 300 gross tons (GT) and all oceangoing barges and
their supporting tugs must immediately report their intention to depart or remain in port. If
desiring to remain in port during the storm, vessels over 300 GT and all oceangoing barges and
their supporting tugs should complete a REMAINING IN PORT CHECKLIST, and submit it to
the COTP within 24 hours for approval (see enclosure A).
b. All self-propelled oceangoing vessels over 300 GT and all oceangoing barges and their
supporting tugs, if desiring to remain in port during the storm, must comply with COTP Long
Island Sound mooring requirements (see enclosure B).MSIB - BULLETIN NO: 05-21
SUBJECT: SET MARITIME PORT CONDITION X-RAY
Enclosure A
Self-propelled Oceangoing Vessels over 300 Gross Tons, Barges, Dredges and Workboats
Remaining in Port Checklist
Email completed forms to SECLIS-PSC@uscg.mil
Call (203) 530-9193 with any questions.
Vessel Name/Call Sign/Official Number: _______________________________________________________
Gross tonnage: _______________ Draft: _____________ Length: ______________ Beam: _______________
Air Draft: _______________ Horsepower: __________________ Single / Twin Screw:__________________
Engine Types/Number: __________________ Hull type: _________________ Tonnage:_________________
Cargo(s): ______________________________________ Amount in BBLS:____________________________
Amount of Bunkers __________________ Lube Oil ___________________ Diesel _____________________
Amount/type of dangerous cargoes onboard:_____________________________________________________
(Attach copy of dangerous cargo manifest, if appropriate)
Flag/Nationality: ___________________ Master’s name:___________________________________________
Total crew/passengers & qualifications:_________________________________________________________
Name of charterer/operator: _____________________________24-hr Phone charterer/operator:____________
Name of owner___________________________________ 24-hrPhone number of owner:_________________
Reason why vessel is requesting not to leave port:_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Any unusual conditions affecting vessel’s seaworthiness?
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Operational status of machinery on board (Firefighting pumps, Bilge pumps, etc):
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Insurance provider: _________________________________24-hr Contact number:_____________________
Vessel gave insurance provider information to the facility if applicable:_______________________________
Present location:___________________________________________________________________________
Proposed location for weathering storm:_________________________________________________________
Mean Low water depth at proposed berth:_______________________________________________________
Facility owner/operator permission obtained? YES _____ NO ______
Facility POC: _________________________________________________ Phone#______________________
Responsible party name and 24-hour phone number in event of oil discharge, chemical release, Salvage:
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Pollution Contract Company Name/Phone #______________________________________________________
Vessel ballast capacity: ___________________________Intentions for ballasting:_______________________
Estimated draft of vessel in ballasted condition:___________________________________________________
Status/availability of vessel’s main propulsion system:_____________________________________________
Proposed mooring arrangements and intentions for complying with mooring requirements specified in
Enclosure B:______________________________________________________________________________
**Submit a diagram detailing Type /Number /Size /Arrangement /Condition of Mooring Lines /Wires**
Number/condition of vessel anchors:__________________________________________________________
Tug company on standby:____________________________________________________________________MSIB - BULLETIN NO: 05-21
SUBJECT: SET MARITIME PORT CONDITION X-RAY
Enclosure B
Mooring / Anchoring Requirements for Ships Remaining in COTP Long Island Sound Zone
During a Hurricane / Heavy Weather
1. The vessel master shall ensure, to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard and after obtaining mooring /
anchoring permission from the COTP, which the vessel is moored / anchored with sufficient mooring lines (or
wires) and / or sufficient number of anchors / anchor line to resist the effects of hurricane force winds.
2. The outboard anchor shall be rigged at short stay. Sufficient officers and crew shall be on board to tend
mooring lines, the vessel’s main propulsion unit, and other machinery. Engines shall be in immediate stand-by
in the event of an emergency.
3. The vessel shall be ballasted to ensure maximum safety.
4. All side ports, hatches, portholes and other openings shall be closed and secured.
5. Bilge pumps shall be tested and in good operating condition and ready for immediate use.
6. All fire fighting equipment shall be readily available.
7. A gangway or other suitable means of access between the vessel and a pier shall be rigged appropriately.
8. At least one (1) emergency towline of sufficient strength to tow the vessel shall be rigged at both the bow
and at the stern of the vessel, no more than six (6) feet from the water’s edge.
9. Spare mooring lines and/or wires shall be readily available on deck, forward and aft.
10. No less than forty-eight (48) hours before sustained gale force winds from a hurricane or heavy weather are
expected; a continuous radio watch shall be maintained on Channel 16 VHF-FM (156.8 MHZ) by an English-
speaking person.
11. No vessel shall be nested with another vessel.
12. When sustained winds from the approaching hurricane or heavy weather reach 25 kts, all ships must have
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