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Mystery Substance ; Eugene Island Block 142

Eugene Island Block 142 | 2015-Aug-22

Initial Notification: On August 22, 2015, MSU Mogan City contacted NOAA SSC requesting evaluation of and trajectory for a mystery sheen reported by platform operators in Eugene Island Block 142. Upon review of photos, oceanographer and SSC determined substance was likely not oil. As a precaution, a trajectory analysis was requested.

Incident Details
Primary threat:Oil
Tags:Mystery Substance
Products of concern:Unlknown
Total amount at risk of spill: 0 gallons
Latitude (approximate): 28° 52.87′ North
Longitude (approximate): 91° 27.02′ West