Lake Raccourci Well #2; Terrebone Parish, LA

Terrebone Parish, LA | 2008-Feb-12

Initial Notification: On 12 Feb. 2008, the NOAA Scientific Support Coordinator (SSC) was notified of a leaking well in Lake Raccourci, Terrebonne Parish, LA. The well casing is reported to have failed, allowing an unknown amount of oil to be released. Sheens and slicks ranging from 400 yds to 4 miles in length have been reported. NOAA was requested to provide trajectory and weather support and will go on-scene in the morning. Severe thunderstorms have prevent assessment until tomorrow.