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6 Ways to Help the Gulf Coast Today - The Causemopolitan
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Anderson Cooper 360: Oil spill worse than expected
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Video coverage of an Anderson Cooper segment on the gross underestimation of the oil flow.
BBC News - What is a 'top kill'?
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Follow this guide to see how BP intends to cap the leak of oil and gas from the blown-out oil well.
Bill O'Reilly on Obama's response to the oil spill
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O'Reilly: "Obama's Cool Demeanor Has Brought Heat Directly On Him"
BP's Oil Drilling Disaster in the Gulf of Mexico | Blog
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Blog about the Oil Spill from the Gulf Restoration Network
Deepwater Horizon oil spill | Environment | guardian.co.uk
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Most recent news from the Guardian UK newspaper on the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill.
Diagram of the Dam to Contain Leaks
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This is a visual from Nola.com of the spill and the dam, with labels and charts showing how the dam will work.
Disaster unfolds slowly in the Gulf of Mexico - The Big Picture ...
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Oil spill related photos from the Boston Globe
Dutch oil spill response team on standby for US oil disaster | Radio Netherlands Worldwide
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Two Dutch companies are on stand-by to help the Americans tackle an oil slick in the Gulf of Mexico. The two companies use huge booms to sweep and suck the oil from the surface of the sea. The US authorities, however, have difficulties with the method they use.
The Americans don’t have spill response vessels with skimmers because their environment regulations do not allow it. With the Dutch method seawater is sucked up with the oil by the skimmer. The oil is stored in the tanker and the superfluous water is pumped overboard. But the water does contain some oil residue, and that is too much according to US environment regulations.
EPA: BP MUST USE LESS TOXIC DISPERSANT
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EPA press release instructing BP to use less toxic dispersants to clean up the oil spill.
Executive Order-- National Commission on the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill and Offshore Drilling
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Full text of President Obama's Executive Order
Facebook: Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
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This is the Facebook page of the Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness.
Fact Sheet: Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Legislative Package | The White House Press Office
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Failure of Rig's Last Line of Defense Tied to Myriad Factors - NYTimes.com
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NYTimes investigative report into engineering, business, and regulatory oversight failures connected to blowout preventers used in Gulf Oil Wells. By David Barstow, Laura Dodd, James Glanz, Stephanie Saul and Ian Urbina. With links to documents from engineering studies of blowout preventer failures.
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A blog about oil spill issues impacting Florida. Has some helpful links.
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The dynamic nature of the BP oil spill has been a challenge for a range of communities – from hotel operators to fishermen to local community leaders. We know the American people have questions about how the federal government is responding to this crisis, and we are committed to providing the answers with clarity and transparency. The site you’re viewing right now is a symbol of that commitment.
GeoPlatform.gov/gulfresponse is a new online tool that provides you with near-real time information about the response effort. Developed by NOAA with the EPA, U.S. Coast Guard, and the Department of Interior, the site offers you a “one-stop shop” for spill response information.
The site integrates the latest data the federal responders have about the oil spill’s trajectory with fishery area closures, wildlife data and place-based Gulf Coast resources — such as pinpointed locations of oiled shoreline and current positions of deployed research ships — into one customizable interactive map.
Governor's Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness | State of Louisiana
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Includes the latest maps of the spill trajectory, including kmz files
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C-SPAN's library of videos relating to the oil spill
Gulf Future Campaign - GulfFuture.org
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Gulf Future is a collaborative effort to raise awareness and increase public support for the communities along the Gulf coast affected by the BP oil drilling disaster. This campaign is the brainchild of the Gulf Coast Fund and the Gulf Restoration Network. In May, several folks from our two organizations took a tour of the devastation developing in the Gulf of Mexico and along the coasts of Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. Outraged and distressed by what we saw, and anticipating what the future might hold for these communities, GRN and GCF realized that nothing short of a nation-wide outcry about this catastrophe was necessary.
Thus the Gulf Future Campaign was formed. Our vision is a to mobilize supporters from across the nation to show their solidarity with the people of the Gulf Coast.
Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill Resource Center--Ourso College of Business
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Contains hotlines, tracking information, helpful links, and a feed for current news.
Gulf Oil Spill (PHOTOS): Animals In Peril
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From the Huffington Post: As the Gulf of Mexico oil spill continues to extend, concern is growing for the wildlife that stand in its path, especially since many of the coastal animals are currently in their reproductive seasons. We've compiled some of the animals most threatened by the spill.
Gulf Oil Spill Map - Wildlife at Risk - NYTimes.com
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Gulf oil spill phone numbers and websites are available | NOLA.com
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The Deepwater Horizon Incident Joint Information Center offers these numbers and websites for further information about the Gulf of Mexico oil spill.
How BP is controlling Google results
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When you search for information about the Gulf oil spill, BP wants you to see their side of the story first — and they're paying up to make that happen
How to speak BP oil spill: A glossary - The Week
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Glossary of terms relating to the oil spill event and clean up.
How Unleashing the Mississippi Could Protect the Louisiana Coast
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is considering a plan, proposed by scientists, to use dams to divert more water toward the mouth of the Mississippi River, which could keep the BP oil slick from penetrating the vulnerable coastal wetlands.
Louisiana Governor Seals Oil-Spill Records - Green Blog - NYTimes.com
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Elected officials in Louisiana and members of the public seeking details on how Mr. Jindal and his administration fared in their own response to the disaster are out of luck: late last week the governor vetoed an amendment to a state bill that would have made public all records from his office related to the oil spill.
LSU Resources - Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill
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LSU related resources and information about the oil spill, including expert contact information.
Mashable's Oil Spill tagged articles
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Founded in 2005, Mashable is the top source for news in social and digital media, technology and web culture. With more than 25 million monthly pageviews, Mashable is the most prolific news site reporting breaking web news, providing analysis of trends, reviewing new Web sites and services, and offering social media resources and guides. Mashable’s audience includes early adopters, social media enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, influencers, brands and corporations, marketing, PR and advertising agencies, Web 2.0 aficionados and technology journalists. Mashable is also popular with bloggers, Twitter and Facebook users — an increasingly influential demographic.
Mother of all gushers could kill Earth's oceans
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Collection of oil spill information from Pure Energy Systems News
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Today, NOAA and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation awarded five grants totaling $188,000, to fund stewardship projects and improve coordination efforts at various sites within the National System of Marine Protected Areas. These grants will help protect and conserve many coastal and marine places of significant ecological and economical value.
NOAA Completes Initial Analysis of Weatherbird II Water Samples
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NOAA’s independent analysis of water samples provided from the May 22-28 research mission of the University of South Florida’s R/V Weatherbird II confirmed the presence of very low concentrations of sub-surface oil and PAHs (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) at sampling depths ranging from 50 meters to 1,400 meters.
Offshore Drilling Operations and Safety June 15, 2010
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House Committee on Energy and Commerce Hearing:
Oil company executives spoke about the safety and security of offshore drilling operations, as well as the causes of the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and the ability of the energy industry to respond to future incidents. Executives characterized the spill as a rare event that their companies were not likely to repeat, saying that continued offshore exploration and drilling were essential to American oil and gas supplies. Pressured by committee members, BP America President Lamar McKay would not commit to place funds in an escrow account to handle future claims for economic and ecological damages.
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Photos of the oil spill on the shores of Louisiana from the Boston Globe
Oil Spill Gulf of Mexico 2010 - NOLA.com
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Latest news, photos, videos from the BP Deepwater Horizon drilling disaster from NOLA.com
Oil Spill Map - Interactive Map - NYTimes.com
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Shows the extent of the oil spill from April 22 to Aug 2, including a comparison of various estimates of oil flow.
Oil Spill to Wipe Out Gulf's Sperm Whales?
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If the Gulf of Mexico oil spill kills just three sperm whales, it could seriously endanger the long-term survival of the Gulf's native whale population, scientists say.
Right now between 1,400 and 1,660 sperm whales live year-round in the Gulf of Mexico, making up a distinct population from other Atlantic Ocean groups, in which males make yearly migrations.
All sperm whales are considered endangered under the U.S. Endangered Species Act. But the Gulf of Mexico population is thought to be especially vulnerable due to its relatively small size.
Okaloosa defies Unified Command over East Pass plans
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Okaloosa County isn’t taking oil spill orders any more.
County commissioners voted unanimously to give their emergency management team the power to take whatever action it deems necessary to prevent oil from the Deepwater Horizon spill from entering Choctawhatchee Bay through the East Pass.
President Obama Makes Statement on Economy and Oil Spill -- Video
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The President speaks about the Federal response to the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and says that the economy is on right track after news that the economy grew at 3.2 percent in the first quarter of the year, the third straight quarter of growth.
President Obama on the Ongoing Response to the Deepwater BP Oil Spill
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The President speaks about the Administration’s commitment to help protect the Gulf Coast and the livelihoods of the people who live and work there from the effects of the Deepwater BP Oil Spill and calls on the companies involved to stop pointing fingers and take responsibility.
Presidential Address on Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill June 15, 2010
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President Obama, in his first address from the Oval Office, spoke about the federal response to the environmental and economic devastation resulting from the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. In his remarks he talked about the gravity of the situation, outlined government actions to address concerns of the Gulf Coast region, and talked about relief and recovery already underway and planned for the future. He highlighted the work of a commission to study the causes of the accident, legislative remedies to hold the energy industry more accountable, and his personal commitment to relief efforts.
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Founded in 2008, Progress Florida is a nonprofit organization promoting progressive values through online organizing, media outreach, and networking with Florida's leading progressive organizations. Our issues include social justice, health care reform, environmental protection, economic fairness, strengthening public education and more. We advocate for sensible policy solutions and hold elected officials’ feet to the fire by empowering citizens in their communities.
Risk Assessment of the Deepwater Horizon Blowout Preventer (BOP) Control System, April 2000
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Documents from several engineering studies of blowout preventer reliability. Documents obtained by NYTimes, in connection with its 6/21/10 investigative report, "Failure of Rig's Last Line of Defense Tied to Myriad Factors: Regulators Failed to Address Risks in Oil Rig Fail-Safe Device"
SCHOLR (Student Coalition to Help the Oil Leak Relief) @ LSU
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A Facebook page for organizing volunteer efforts at LSU
SCHOLR (Student Coalition to Help the Oil Leak Relief) @ LSU Facebook Group
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A group of student organizations on LSU's campus got together to determine what role our organizations, as well as the LSU student community, can play in providing relief efforts for the recent oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico. The purpose of this group is to provide accurate information regarding the series of events that led up to the leak, up to date information on the status of the leak and coastal Louisiana environment, inform students of volunteer opportunities, as well as provide a network for students to communicate and announce their efforts. (group's description)
Spike Lee on Anderson Cooper 360 about the oil spill
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"One time, go off!" director Spike Lee urged on CNN's "AC 360°." "If there's any one time to go off, this is it, because this is a disaster."
Lee's sentiment echoes the frustration of people who want to see Obama get loud, take charge and inspire them like he did during his presidential run.
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SpillBabySpill.com is a website built by Progress Florida that is dedicated to providing an unfiltered source of news, commentary, and tools for taking action on the Gulf oil spill disaster. We work to point out the unacceptable consequences of drilling, and shine a spotlight on Big Oil's allies.
The New York Times: Documents on the Oil Spill
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The blind shear ram, nestled 5,000 feet underwater in a five-story blowout preventer, was the last line of defense for the Deepwater Horizon oil rig. From these document excerpts it is possible to piece together some of the decisions and events that came into play when the Deepwater Horizon's blind shear ram failed.
Tony Hayward: What BP Is Doing About the Gulf Gusher - WSJ.com
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Tony Hayward's Op-Ed in the Wall Street Journal
Video shows federal officials knew quickly of potential for massive oil flow in Gulf spill
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A National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration video, shot as officials coordinated response to the Deepwater Horizon disaster, shows that federal officials almost immediately worried that the oil well could leak up to 110,000 barrels per day, or 4.6 million gallons.
It was filmed in Seattle, at NOAA's Western Regional Center, as scientists and federal officials in Seattle, Houston and New Orleans engaged in telephone conferences, according to a companion.
WBRZ News 2 Louisiana : Baton Rouge, LA | Defending Our Coast
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Oil Spill news updates from WBRZ.
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In this week’s address, President Obama announced that he has signed an executive order establishing the bipartisan National Commission on the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill and Offshore Drilling with former two-term Florida Governor and former Senator Bob Graham and former Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency William K. Reilly serving as co-chairs.
Why I introduced the Big Oil Bailout Prevention Act | Grist
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Representative Rush Holt explains his reasoning behind the introduction of the Big Oil Bailout Prevention Act
YouTube - Videos for a Healthy Gulf
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YouTube channel for the Gulf Restoration Network, featuring video footage and reports of the BP oil spill
