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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17419
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has reissued an Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) to the U.S. Navy for their maintenance and pile replacement project in Puget Sound, Washington. This reissuance extends the previously granted authorization, with the only change being the new effective dates from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The Navy will be allowed to harass 10 species of marine mammals in a minor way during construction activities, consistent with previous authorizations, as the overall impacts are deemed negligible. The measures to mitigate, monitor, and report the activity impacts remain unchanged.

    Simple Explanation

    The Navy got permission again to do some work in Puget Sound that might bother some sea animals a little bit, but only the dates have changed, and they have to be careful and check how the animals are doing.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13463
    Reading Time:about 98 minutes

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) proposes granting an Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) to the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities for their ferry terminal project in Angoon, Alaska, which could incidentally affect marine mammals. The authorization allows for a limited number of marine mammals to be harassed, primarily through noise from pile driving activities, under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. NMFS has laid out specific mitigation and monitoring measures to minimize impacts, and these activities are not expected to significantly harm marine mammal populations. The public is invited to comment on the proposal and the potential one-year renewal of the IHA.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is thinking about letting workers make loud noises to fix a dock in Alaska. They have a plan to make sure they're careful so that whales and other sea animals in the water aren't hurt too much, and they want to know what people think about this plan.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 12019
    Reading Time:about 45 minutes

    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed giving the National Science Foundation permission to potentially disturb northern sea otters during a marine survey in the northeast Pacific Ocean. This activity is intended to take place from May 1 to June 30, 2021, and involves using sound waves in the ocean, which might bother the otters. Up to 13 otters could be affected, but the goal is to ensure that this does not harm the species as a whole. The Service is also seeking public feedback on this plan and the related environmental assessment.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is thinking about letting some people use special equipment in the ocean, but it might bother some sea otters. They want to make sure the otters won't be hurt and are asking everyone to share their thoughts on this plan.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8009
    Reading Time:about 27 minutes

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has received a request from the U.S. Navy to renew an Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) for the NOAA Office of Marine and Aviation Operations (OMAO). This renewal allows for the incidental taking of marine mammals during the construction needed for relocating NOAA research vessels at Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island. The activities are nearly identical to those already analyzed in an existing authorization and the renewal will allow continuation for up to another year. NMFS has preliminarily determined that the proposed actions will not have a significant impact on marine mammals and seeks additional public comments before making a final decision.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Navy wants to keep building at a place where they study the ocean, but sometimes that can bother ocean animals. They asked for permission to keep doing their work, and the government is making sure this won't hurt the animals too much and wants to know what people think about it.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 5815
    Reading Time:about 53 minutes

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued an Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) to the University of Texas at Austin. This authorization allows UT to accidentally disturb certain marine mammals, like dolphins, while conducting a marine geophysical survey off the coast of Texas in the Gulf of Mexico. The survey will use low-energy seismic airguns to gather data, and measures are in place to minimize impact on the animals. The authorization also includes monitoring and reporting requirements to ensure marine mammal protection.

    Simple Explanation

    The University of Texas got permission to make loud noises in the sea to learn more about what's under the ocean near Texas, but they have to be careful not to bother sea animals like dolphins too much. They promised to watch the animals and tell everyone what happens, to help keep them safe.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 2718
    Reading Time:about 75 minutes

    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is considering granting permission for activities that may unintentionally disturb small numbers of polar bears in Alaska's North Slope. The authorization would cover nonlethal disturbances, like noise from oil well cleanup and helicopter flights, but not allow any activities that would harm or kill the bears. They have proposed specific rules to minimize the disturbance, such as keeping aircraft at certain altitudes and avoiding known bear dens. There is also a public comment period until February 12, 2025, where individuals can express their concerns or support for this proposal.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wants to let people do work that might bother a few polar bears in Alaska, but not hurt them at all. They want to follow special rules to make sure the bears are safe, like flying planes high above where the bears are sleeping, and they want to hear what everyone thinks about it before deciding.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 99227
    Reading Time:about 13 minutes

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) proposes a change to an existing Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) issued to Bay State Wind, LLC for marine surveys off Rhode Island and Massachusetts. This modification is necessary because Bay State Wind has encountered more common dolphins than expected and requests an increase in the number they can disturb without harm (Level B harassment). The proposed modification would raise the authorized take of common dolphins from 1,485 to 2,970, with no other changes to the authorization. The public can comment on this proposed modification until December 26, 2024.

    Simple Explanation

    Imagine someone wants to look around in the ocean near Rhode Island and Massachusetts, and while doing that, they accidentally see a lot more dolphins than they thought they would. So, they asked for permission to see even more dolphins without bothering them too much, and people can say what they think about this idea until December 26, 2024.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11952
    Reading Time:about 39 minutes

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has proposed granting an Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) to the United States Air Force (USAF) for repair work at the Eareckson Air Station Fuel Pier in Alaska. This authorization would allow USAF to perform activities that might incidentally disturb marine mammals in the area. The proposal considers public comments and follows the implementation of mitigation measures to ensure minimal impact on the animals and their environment. NMFS is welcoming public feedback on the proposed authorization and is considering a potential one-year renewal if certain conditions are met.

    Simple Explanation

    The USAF wants to fix a fuel pier in Alaska, and they need permission because their work might bother sea animals. They're asking people to share their thoughts on this plan.

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