Well Blowout in Little Lake; Cut Off, LA
Cut Off, LA, USA | 2023-Oct-22
Initial Notification: On October 21, 2023, the USCG reported that a well owner by Extex was leaking both crude oil and natural gas condensate into Little Lake, LA. Extex reported an estimated 10-15bbls released. A large area of water has been impacted by sheen. Shoreline impact is anticipated. Release is secured. The USCG has requested assistance from NOAA oceanographers and SSC on-site assistance.
Incident Details
| Primary threat: | Oil |
| Products of concern: | crude oil |
| Total amount at risk of spill: | 630 gallons |
| Latitude (approximate): | 29° 32.42′ North |
| Longitude (approximate): | 90° 9.43′ West |