THE NEWSCASTER-Nature Coast News
PAGE 8 - May 26, 2010
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Florida, coordinated by three command posts in Houma,
Since the tragic accident on the Transocean Deepwater
Louisiana; Mobile, Alabama; and St. Petersburg, Florida.
Horizon rig first occurred, we have been committed to
doing everything possible to stop the flow of oil at the
But the greatest response of all is from the nearly 24,000
seabed, collect the oil on the surface and keep it away
people working with BP full-time or as volunteers. We are
from the shore.
also grateful for the dedicated support of the federal, state,
and local government officials and emergency responders.
BP has taken full responsibility for dealing with the spill.
None of this would be possible without the tremendous
We are determined to do everything we can to minimize
commitment of these volunteers and officials.
any impact. We will honor all legitimate claims.
We will continue to keep everyone fully informed about the
This is an enormous team effort. More than 2,500 of our
events as they unfold. For current information on the spill
operational and technical personnel from around the world
and response plan, please use the following websites:
are working tirelessly in coordination with the U.S. Coast
Guard and federal, state and local government agencies.
We are also getting tremendous support from specialists
www.bp.com
across the industry to resolve an unprecedented set of
www.deepwaterhorizonresponse.com
technical issues.
For assistance or information, please call the
following 24/7 hotlines:
On the seabed, we are using multiple technologies to
reduce the flow of oil and ultimately stop it. On the surface,
more than 1,000 boats of all sizes, including local fishing
To report oil on the shoreline: (866) 448-5816
fleets, are working together to contain the spill. Over 9 million
gallons of oil/water mixture have been collected. More than
To report impacted wildlife: (866) 557-1401
2 million feet of boom has been placed to protect the shore.
To make spill-related claims: (800) 440-0858
Our efforts along the coast are being organized through 14
staging areas across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and
For volunteer information: (866) 448-5816
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