Barge stuck in River Hull to be moved within days, council says
Barge to be moved within days, council says
The crane barge broke from its moorings and partially filled with water on Friday
A crane barge that became stuck in mud in the River Hull is expected to be moved within days, the council has said.
The vessel broke from its moorings and partially filled with water on 2 May between Drypool Bridge and Myton Bridge.
It was closely monitored over the weekend and remains stable, officials told the BBC.
A Hull City Council spokesperson said: "Over the course of the next few days, we will pump the barge, undertake temporary repairs and re-berth the craft."
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