US Coast Guard responds to fuel oil spill near Galveston, Texas

The US Coast Guard on Wednesday (29 October) said it is responding to an oil discharge along with the Texas General Land Office, which occurred near Galveston, Texas on 28 October.  

Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston watchstanders received a call at approximately 9.50 pm reporting a discharge of fuel oil spilled by a vessel near Pier 32 at the Port of Galveston following an allision with the pier. The source of the spill is secured.

“The spill amount is currently under investigation,” the Coast Guard said in a statement. 

The Coast Guard, Texas General Land Office and the responsible party, Forestwave Navigation BV, are working together to respond to the spill and have personnel and assets on scene.

The Galveston Ship Channel is closed from Gulf Copper to Pelican Island Bridge to reduce the impact of the spill.

Air monitoring and safety of the area is being consistently assessed. There have been no reports of injuries or wildlife impacts.

The cause of the incident is under investigation.

Photo credit: US Coast Guard
Published: 30 October, 2025