Gulf Oil Spill
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The Gulf of Mexico is DyingIt is with deep regret that we publish this report. We do not take this responsibility lightly, as the consequences of the following observations are of such great import and have such far-reaching ramifications for the entire planet.- The Gulf Oil Spill: Another Disaster for New Orleans!The city of New Orleans has gotten used to the corruptions of mankind and I have experienced yet another disaster in just five years.
- What Pregnant Women Need to Know About the Gulf Oil SpillWe all know that the BP oil spill will affect the environment in the Gulf of Mexico. What effect will it have on nearby residents, especially pregnant women? Here's what expecting couples in the area need to know.
Gulf Oil Spill Affecting All Marine Life in the Ocean - a Society Gone ForeverDivers dove into the Gulf of Mexico to see how Marine life has been affected by the Oil dispersed in the Ocean. Kimberly Day's book, A Society Gone Forever, speaks loudly for all Marine life that cannot speak for themselves.- Day 83 of the Gulf Oil Spill; No Containment Cap, Oil Pouring Out, BP Promises BrokenAs we turn another page on the calendar, number 83, I wanted to discuss where we are in all fronts of the BP Gulf Oil Spill disaster. Did you know that there is no longer a containment cap in place, again?
EPA Air Quality Concerns and Gulf Oil Spill Cleanup Hampered by BP Overlooking Safety of WorkersBP is currently blocking workers from wearing protective respirators while cleaning up the Gulf Oil Spill and they are falling sick as a result. The EPA is also now admitting air quality in Gulf Coast is a health risk.
NC Task Force to Consider Changing Commercial Licensing Due to Gulf Oil SpillNC has convened a fisheries taskforce to consider narrowing the requirements necessary to get a commercial fishing license, in part due to fears that commercial fishermen from the areas affected by the Gulf oil spill will begin operating in NC.
Gulf Oil Spill Increases Fishing and Tourism in the CarolinasCarolina fishing guides and tourism spots are finding an increase of business this year due to the effects of the Gulf oil spill.
Haiku in Recognition of the Black Death; Gulf Oil SpillDay 76; let's not forget the people across the United States who are cleaning up the Gulf Oil Spill on this July 4, 2010.- A Short Story About the Gulf Oil Spillthe end of the world as we know it? or did that already happen?
Gulf Oil Spill and the Cruise Lines Impact UpdateCruise lines information for vacationers contemplating a cruise, past cruisers interested in cruise lines and general interest.
The Gulf Oil Spill Containment Cap was Removed on July 23, 2010BP removed the containment cap from the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Gusher on July 23, 2010. The event alarmed many people and is an example of the distrust we have in government and BP daily operations.
Gulf Oil Spill: Houston Makes a DifferenceHouston businesses and individuals are helping to contribute to relief efforts. Help support these efforts by patronizing these businesses and see how you too can help.
How Does the Gulf Oil Spill Affect Residents of the Louisiana Coastline?The Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana has been giving Louisiana residents a chance to get involved in the BP Gulf oil spill clean-up.- Gulf Oil Spill Disaster and Biblical Prophecy: Is There a Connection?Gulf oil spill disaster and Biblical prophecy: Is it crazy doom and gloom theory? Or is there something to it?
President Obama: There is No Precedent for Handling the Gulf Oil Spill!As we all sit by our TVs or computers and watch the Gulf Oil Spill get worse and worse, we hear all the reasons why BP is still in charge and our President isn't using any and all resources available to us. Why? Why are we still sitting on our hands?- Hiding the Numbers on the Gulf Oil Spill Disaster: BP or the US Government?Did the US government know all along that BP's numbers were a gross underestimate?
The 2010 Gulf Oil Spill's Impact on Shoreline Ecological Problems and Loss of PropertyThe gulf coast from Texas to Florida is threatened by more than the 2010 oil spill disaster, here's some of the facts.- What About Using Nuclear to Stop the Gulf Oil Spill?The Gulf oil spill spills on. Traditional methods fail to stop the leak. Let's put the past and our fears behind and at least consider a method that has been shown to work.
- BP Does Not Know How to Stop Gulf Oil Spill from Gushing: Top Kill Method DelayedBP has failed to stop the oil spill from gushing into the Gulf for over a month. Top Kill method has been delayed because BP has never tried the method at 5,000 feet depth.
- Gulf Oil Spill:Florida Residents May Take Matters into Their Own Hands for ProtectionWith efforts to stop the 5,000 foot deep gusher failing, people in Florida may have to take active steps to protect themselves from the onslaught of toxic chemicals and oil.
- Gulf Oil Spill: Oil Refinery Explosion in HoustonThe Coast Guard's Mary Landry answers bloggers' questions during a televised phone-in roundtable.
- Gulf Oil Spill - Its Effects on WildlifeHere are some of the issues that animals and the wildlife are facing because of the Gulf oil spill. Links are also included to organizations that are looking to help the animals and the environment.
Do Insurance Policies Cover Damage from the Gulf Oil Spill?Flood and homeowners insurance policies typically cover buildings but not land, so only if your actual home were damaged by the gulf oil spill might you be covered by these. Those with "business interruption" insurance are better positioned.- Nuclear Crisis in Japan, BP Gulf Oil Spill, Beg Us to Reconsider Energy PolicyWhile we are making some moves to alternative and safe energy, we aren't moving fast enough, and our sights are set far too low.
The Gulf Oil Spill: Cleanup Far from OverSeven months after the devastating BP oil spill in the Gulf was capped, the cleanup of oil is far from over, despite reports that the cleanup is over and all is safe in the Gulf.- 12/23/10 Daily Dose of NonsenseIf you get mad at the weather, you will be mad quite often.
The Economic Effects of the Gulf Oil SpillA survey of the financial implications of the BP oil spill.- Personal Perspectives: Cap Troubles Fail to Halt Gulf Oil SpillI would like to take a moment to reflect on how this oil spill is affecting the Gulf's ecosystem, and share my personal experience with all of this.
Day 63 of the Gulf Oil SpillDay 63 of the Deepwater Horizon / BP oil spill finds some progress being made. Oil still continues to flow into the Gulf of Mexico and efforts to contain the spill continue.- Living with the Gulf Oil SpillLife in Mobile County has changed since the oil spill. Will the natural rhythm of the south ever return?
- Barrack Obama Makes His First Speech from the Oval Office on 6/15/2010In a crisis politicians speak and real leaders lead the people to solutions. Barrack Obama has done nothing but make public appearances in Louisiana since the beginning of the Gulf Oil Spill.
Gulf Oil Spill Facts, Figures and MythsHere are some of the mind boggling facts and figures around the 55 day Gulf oil spill. A few myths about the spill are also addressed in detail.- Obama Feigns Concern Over Gulf Oil SpillFollow along and see if you agree.
The Gulf Oil Spill After 8 WeeksIn the eight weeks since the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig exploded and sank, progress has been made to contain the leak and mitigate the spill damages. Oils is still leaking and no end is in sight.
After Gulf Oil Spill, Remembering Cleaner Times on the Mississippi CoastThere will be no more vacations at the beach. No more fishing in the ocean and no more playing in the sand. No one will want souvenirs from such a dismal place as an oil stained beach.
Gulf Oil Spill Economic Effects: Nearly Half of Federal Gulf Waters Closed to Fishing, Louisiana Tourist Revenues Down Twenty-Five PercentThe congressional investigation of the gulf oil spill begins to document economic losses to gulf states; Louisiana hit hardest- HOW DO WE COMPARE the GULF OIL SPILL to KATRINACertain news outlets are making comparisons between the oil spill and Katrina. If one looks at the level of destruction and loss of life there is no comparison.
- Praying to Stop the Gulf Oil Spill - a Commentary on Responsible StewardshipIt's understandable for some people to want to turn to the supernatural when confronted with the seemingly too large to manage. But it doesn't get the job done.
BP Gulf Oil Spill: Wellhead Pressure Monitoring Extensive but Too LateBP spokeman Doug Suttles describes the extensive pressure during the top kill attempt. BP's monitoring post-mortem of pressure levels far exceeds the efforts it took drilling prior to the fatal explosion and catastrophic spill.
