Seattle or San Juan Is: Why an Oilspill Assoc. Is A Must
Oil spills: Remember what is does to our wildlife.
Julie Knight of Islands Oil Spill Association said the El Dorado had about 100 gallons of diesel and 12 to 15 gallons of engine oil onboard when the boat slipped beneath the surface. A containment boom and absorbent pads were capturing much of the escaped fuel, although a sheen was visible outside the containment area. By 9 a.m. Wednesday, Knight estimated that about 25 gallons of fuel had been captured.
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Julie Knight of Islands Oil Spill Association said the El Dorado had about 100 gallons of diesel and 12 to 15 gallons of engine oil onboard when the boat slipped beneath the surface. A containment boom and absorbent pads were capturing much of the escaped fuel, although a sheen was visible outside the containment area. By 9 a.m. Wednesday, Knight estimated that about 25 gallons of fuel had been captured.
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Orca Whales and Wildlife Are Our Only Business. ©
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