Deepwater Horizon Incident

On April 20, 2010 while working on an exploratory well approximately 50 miles offshore Louisiana, the semi-submersible drilling rig Deepwater Horizon experienced an explosion and fire. The cause of the incident is under investigation. The Minerals Management Service is actively working with the U.S. Coast Guard and the operator of the drilling rig in securing the well and protecting the environment. Updates regarding response operations can be found at Deepwater Horizon Response.
 

	To report oiled wildlife, please call 1-866-557-1401 and leave a message. Messages will be checked hourly.
	To report oil spill related damage, please call 1-800-440-0858.
	To report oiled shoreline or request volunteer information, please call 1-866-448-5816.
	Follow us on Twitter at Oil_Spill_2010 or on Facebook at Deepwater Horizon Response.
	To submit alternative response technology, services or products please call (281) 366-5511.
	The Joint Information Center: (713) 323-1670 and (713) 323-1671
	Submit a claim for damages: (800) 440-0858
	Medical support hotline:  (888) 623-0287

Documents

	BP's Gulf of Mexico Regional Oil Spill Response Plan (62 KB PDF)
	Fact Sheet Regarding Halt on Permits To Drill New Wells