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Wrecked fishing boat near Hawaii beaches prepped for removal

HONOLULU (AP) — The fishing vessel that ran aground just off pristine Waikiki beaches more than a month ago is being prepared for removal, possibly by the end of the week. Crews are working to seal holes in the 79-foot (24-meter) Pacific Paradise, remove sheets of metal to make it lighter, and weld supports to strengthen towing points. A helicopter hoisted 16 sheets of metal from the boat Sunday in a bid to remove weight so it can be floated again. "This is vital step in removing weight and recovering the necessary buoyancy to refloat the Pacific Paradise," said Coast Guard Lt.Read more on NewsOK.com

 

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