Graph of the Day: Projected Oil Spill Path to 14 May 2010

Weather conditions today permitted aerial dispersant application but vessel skimming and in-situ burning operations were halted. Over 1.1 million feet of boom have been placed and drilling continues on the relief wells.  Due to the complications with the first experimental containment dome an alternative structure is being developed. The alternative is called a “top hat”. This structure plans to use warm water and methanol going down the riser to help prevent ice crystals from forming. Overflights today matched well with NOAA trajectory forecasts.  The latest forecast indicates that SE winds will persist through the week and continue to move the oil westward.

Deepwater Horizon Incident, Gulf of Mexico