Crude Oil Spill within Delta National Wildlife Refuge, Venice, LA

Venice, LA, USA | 2021-Nov-25

Initial Notification: On November 22, 2021, the Texas Petroleum Investment Company ("TPIC") reported an unknown amount of crude oil released into an unnamed canal in the vicinity of Romere Pass within the Delta National Wildlife Refuge. The flowline is shut in and the release is secured. USCG is working closely with USFWS refuge personnel to determine the appropriate response strategies. NOAA is providing remote support.