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BP Says One Oil Leak of Three Is Shut Off

A fix by engineers was not expected to immediately reduce the release of oil into the Gulf of Mexico.

 

BP Safety Violations: Has Paid A Only A Pittance In Fines

BP Safety Violations: Has Paid A Only A Pittance In Fines

MMS' fines against BP have been the equivalent of a rounding error. From 1998 through 2007 "when MMS issued its last fine against the company" BP has paid less than $580,000 in penalties for its 12 safety violations. Environmental groups say this simply isn't enough.

 

Meeting brings little relief for wary Gulf fishermen

More than 300 fisherman desperate for information about the Gulf oil spill crowded under a picnic pavilion outside the VFW Hall ...

 

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