Search Results for keywords:"Mitigation Measures"

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  • 2024-31402 — Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to the U.S. Navy Training and Testing Activities in the Hawaii-Southern California Training and Testing Study Area
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    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 4944
    Reading Time:about 7 hours

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued regulations to allow the U.S. Navy to take marine mammals in the Hawaii-Southern California Training and Testing Study Area. This modification permits additional takes of large whales due to vessel strikes. These regulations, effective from January 2025 to December 2025, mandate specific mitigation measures, like whale sighting notifications and limits on sonar use, to minimize impacts on marine mammals. The regulations were made after a thorough analysis and discussions with the Navy regarding potential impacts on marine mammal species, ensuring the activities have the least practicable adverse impact on these animals.

    Simple Explanation

    The National Marine Fisheries Service said it's okay for the U.S. Navy to keep doing exercises in the ocean near Hawaii and California, even if they accidentally bump into some whales. They have some rules to try and keep whales safe, like telling everyone if they see one, but they need to be careful because whales are important.

  • 2021-02263 — Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Construction of the South Fork Offshore Wind Project
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8490
    Reading Time:about 3 hours

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has proposed granting an Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) to South Fork Wind, LLC, which would allow the company to take certain marine mammals incidentally during the construction of the South Fork Offshore Wind Project. This project involves pile driving and high-resolution geophysical surveys off the coast of Rhode Island, which may affect marine mammals. NMFS evaluated potential impacts to marine mammals, including endangered species like the North Atlantic right whale, and proposed stringent mitigation measures, such as seasonal restrictions and monitoring, to minimize potential harm. Public comments are requested on this proposal, with the possibility of a one-year renewal under certain conditions.

    Simple Explanation

    Imagine workers are building a big windmill in the ocean, and some sea animals like whales and dolphins might be bothered by the noise. The government is asking people if it's okay for the workers to keep going but also wants to make sure the animals stay safe.

  • 2025-03542 — Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Lubec Harbor Project in Lubec, Maine
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11262
    Reading Time:about 80 minutes

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has received a request from the Maine Department of Transportation to allow the incidental taking of marine mammals during a construction project at Lubec Harbor in Maine. This involves the potential disturbance to five species of marine mammals due to sound from pile driving and drilling activities. The NMFS is seeking public comments on the proposed authorization to ensure marine mammals are least impacted. They propose certain mitigation measures to minimize disturbances and are considering allowing a one-year renewal if necessary, under specific conditions.

    Simple Explanation

    The National Marine Fisheries Service wants to allow some noises that might bother marine animals during a construction project at a harbor in Maine, and they are asking people to share their thoughts on this plan. They promise to try and keep the animals safe and are considering allowing the project to continue for another year if needed.