1. OIL SPILL
BY: Joann Ahn & Peter le

2. What is an Oil Spill? Release of liquid petroleum into environment
From drilling rigs, wells, and offshore platforms

3. CAUSES??
Unintentional
Mostly accidents
Occurs during transport

4. EXAMPLE
BP in the Gulf of Mexico
Deepwater Horizon oil rig explosion

5. BP Oil Spill (Con’t) Leaking oil and gas in deep waters
Oil gushed for 87 days
More than surface

6. EFFECTS!!! Negatively harms marine and terrestrial life
Can damage ecosystems of these organisms

7. Marine Life Hazardous to marine mammals
Dolphins and sea turtles in danger?

8. TERRESTRIAL LIFE Seabirds can become trapped in the spilled oil
Animals residing near the coast can come into contact with the oil and become ill or harmed

9. ECONOMIC CRISIS Jobs ? Unconcerned government
Unwilling to contribute $$

10. KEY ISSUE Damage is clearly unnoticed What is the true cost?
Who takes responsibility?

11. HOW TO SOLVE? Closer government regulation
More money contributed to clean up
Realize truth!
Chemical Dispersants?

12. How you can help! Inspection of deterioration and leaks in equipment
Check pipes and supply lines
Overpressure?
Install oil safety valve!

13. QUESTIONS?
Is it worth trying to clean up the spill if it may potentially lead to other damages?

14. THE END