July 30 Update: Additional Debris Expected on North Shore

On Monday, July 29th, several sections of the damaged GE Vernova turbine blade detached from the hub and sank to the ocean floor. Small pieces of foam debris were released from these sections and observed floating on the water. The debris primarily consists of small, popcorn-sized pieces of foam, with some larger pieces and limited fiberglass fragments possibly mixed in.

Vineyard Wind crews are searching for the remaining GE Vernova blade debris via vessels offshore and collecting what is found.

Weather Forecast

• Today: Wind is expected from the south at approximately 10-15 mph.
• Tomorrow: Higher wind speeds are forecasted from the south.

Debris Wash Ashore

Based on wind forecast and U.S. Coast Guard modeling, it is expected that any foam and other debris not collected offshore will wash ashore on Nantucket's south side beaches, primarily on Wednesday, July 31st, and Thursday, August 1st. The majority of debris is anticipated to be small, popcorn-sized pieces of foam.

REMINDER TO THE PUBLIC

• DO NOT put any debris in your home garbage.
• DO NOT bring the debris to the landfill.
• DO notify the proper authorities immediately if you have debris so they can remove it for analysis and proper disposal.

Only trained employees or contractors are responsible for collecting and removing the debris.

To report any remaining debris, please contact:

• Phone: 833-609-5768
• Reports of debris can also be sent to the cleanup contractor here.

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