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[irishff1014]

I didn't see a thread like this.


Oil pipe ruptured on Tuesday putting approx 21,000 gallons in the ocean. Possibly up to 105,000 gallons total.

Can't post the LA times article from my phone.

 

[Irish#1]

Oil slick is four miles long, but fortunately only extends about 50 yards into the ocean. Company was able to turn off the flow of oil through the pipeline.

 

[irishff1014]

Good they shut it off quickly.

 

[irishff1014]

I hope that any of the IE member that live in the affected areas in texas are safe. And hope for some relief.

 

[RDU Irish]

I didn't see a thread like this.


Oil pipe ruptured on Tuesday putting approx 21,000 gallons in the ocean. Possibly up to 105,000 gallons total.

Can't post the LA times article from my phone.

Most people measure oil in barrels, so the 380 barrel spill isn't nearly as impressive. Why not measure it in cups? 336,000 cups of oil sounds so much more despicable.

It's about two tanker trucks full for perspective.