US Edition‘We need to find a path forward’: Maple Ridge mayor wary of long cleanup after sinking of famous ‘McBarge’
- A barge known as 'McBarge' partially capsized in the Fraser River on March 25, 2025, according to city officials.
- Howard Meakin owns the 'McBarge' and had plans to restore it for commercial use, but its future is now uncertain.
- Transport Canada is the lead agency monitoring the status of the vessel, with assistance from the B.C. Ministry of Environment and Parks.
- Officials express concerns about the environmental and safety impacts of derelict vessels like 'McBarge,' as stated by Michelle Adams.
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‘We need to find a path forward’: Maple Ridge mayor wary of long cleanup after sinking of famous ‘McBarge’
The famous “McBarge” – which housed a floating McDonald’s restaurant during Expo ‘86 – has been submerged in the Fraser River for less than 72 hours, but Maple Ridge Mayor Dan Ruimy is already concerned about how long it will take to dispose of the vessel.
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