Work has been taking place on the break up of a houseboat near Cobden Bridge which was no longer afloat. Concerns were raised earlier in the week about the possibility of waste escaping with the tides, but since the above shot was taken on Wednesday (Sept 17) by Ian Turner, a boom was positioned for containment – read more for further pics. {!jomcomment}

It’s thought the plan was originally to float the boat in Chessel Bay – designated the city’s first Local Nature Reserve – to carry out the work, but now it’s now being broken up in situ.

Boom in place. Pic: Ian Turner

Another shot of the site with the boom in place

Work continuing Thursday, above and below

Previously on bitternepark.info: Ever get that sinking feeling?