What role do tugboats play on the Cuyahoga River?

Description

Tugboats play a major role in along the river.  They are used for icebreaking, ship assistance, and towing. 

Credits

Bethany Lutwin & Rebecca Riedel

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History of Tugboats

A tugboat is a boat that maneuvers vessels by pushing or towing them.  They move barges, disables ships, and oil platforms. 

1952 Cuyahoga River fire

Fire tugs preventing and fighting fires.