USS Bonhomme Richard Fire: Keeping San Diego Harbor Safe From Contamination

The USS Bonhomme Richard experienced a massive fire for nearly five days in July 2020 at the Naval Base in San Diego. The incident not only covered San Diego in a thick cloud of smoke but also posed a significant risk of contamination to the harbor waters.

To address the environmental repercussions, a leading environmental company was commissioned to manage the cleanup process while adhering to strict state and federal protocols. With over 28 years of experience in providing emergency-spill cleanup and industrial services, the company was well-equipped to lead the effort. The remediation plan included washing and cleaning the interior and exterior of the ship, disposing of the fire-generated environmental waste, and ensuring that no contaminated wastewater entered the harbor waters.