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A bit about fog (and fog horns), a signature sight (and sound) of maritime communities

May 6, 2026 | Home Slider, Ship Report Podcasts

We hear fog horns quite often in the waters near Astoria and elsewhere on the river. Today we’ll talk about why they are necessary, legally required and a signature feature of maritime communities.

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