Added 8/9/24: If you have a subscription to The Falmouth Enterprise, see the online article or the 8/9/24 printed version, pages 1 & 14, by Devin Ankeney entitled, “Debris on Falmouth Beaches Believed to be From Turbine“
Posted by the Town of Falmouth on August 6, 2024
For Immediate Release
TOWN OF FALMOUTHWIND TURBINE DEBRIS
The Town of Falmouth has observed what is believed to be wind turbine debris in the water and on the beach at Black Beach, Chapoquoit Beach, Woodneck Beach and Old Silver Beach. The Town is actively monitoring the situation and taking action to remove debris that washes ashore, protect public safety, and hold Vineyard Wind responsible for the cost of cleanup. Vineyard Wind is sending cleanup crews today to begin removing the debris from the water and the beach.
Any member of the public who observes rigid foam or fiberglass debris that may be from the Vineyard Wind turbine is asked to report it to a lifeguard. If there is no lifeguard on duty, reports of debris can be submitted to the Falmouth Marine and Environmental Services Department at marina@falmouthma.gov.
Additionally, Vineyard Wind has released a telephone hotline (833-609-5768) and this website for the public to report debris.