MODU Power Failure; Gulf of Mexico, LA

Gulf of Mexico, LA | 2010-Nov-03

Initial Notification: On the evening of November 3, 2010 at approximately 2000 to 2100h local central time, a Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit (MODU) approximately 56 nm SSE of SW Pass, LA, lost power to all systems. With a loss of dynamic positioning and fear of a separated riser pipe, notifications were made to USCG District 8 in New Orleans. NOAA's Emergency Response Division was contacted by USCG Sector Morgan City about 90 minutes after the initial notification. USCG requested trajectory and WX support. At approximately 2310, NOAA was notified that all systems were restored, no injuries, no oil release, and response has stood down.