The operations to connect and tension the chains of three starboard sponsons are in progress. The Costa Concordia has emerged from the false sea bed of about 3 metres on average, specifically 2 metres in the bow area and 4 at the stern.
Meanwhile tugboat Blizzard arrived in the area. With Resolve Earl, already on site, Blizzard will tow the wreck from the bow during transport. The Costa Concordia is currently in position thanks to two other tugs, Garibaldo and Red Wolf on the east, which will be now joined by the Blizzard.
As far as the environment is concerned, the results of the water quality samples taken on the first day of the refloating, show no critical issues.
Picture by The Parbuckling Project.
