Question 1759Navigation General

The correct answer is C) There is danger at the facility due to a fire or cargo release. The reasoning is that in U.S. waters, an emergency rotating flashing light on an industrial facility with a load/discharge facility for barges typically indicates a hazardous situation, such as a fire or cargo release, that requires immediate attention and action. This signaling is regulated by the U.S. Coast Guard to alert mariners to dangerous conditions at the facility. The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the meaning of the emergency flashing light. Option A indicates a routine operation, option B refers to a weather-related issue, and option D describes a cargo transfer, none of which warrant the use of an emergency flashing light.