West Delta 55; Mississippi River Delta, LA

Mississippi River Delta, LA | 2008-Jul-25

Initial Notification: On 7/25/08, NOAA ERD was notified of a spill in the west delta Block 55 region of the Mississippi river. An unknown amount was spilled. The NRC report indicated a 2 mile slick on 7/24/08. The NOAA SSC reported a 20 mile slick on the morning of 7/25/08. Tentatively believed to be the result of a vessel striking a wellhead but no details are available. This incident is in the general area of the oil from the New Orleans Barge Incident.