Barge DM932; New Orleans, LA
New Orleans, LA | 2008-Jul-23
Initial Notification: On July 23, 2008, the T/V Tintomara collided with the tug/barge (M/V Mel Oliver and DM932) near downtown New Orleans, LA, resulting in a spill of more than 9000 barrels (380,000) gallons of #6 fuel oil. The incident occurred at approximately 0130 local time. The barge was reported "ripped in half," discharging its entire contents. US Coast Guard, State of Louisiana and NOAA responders are on-scene.
Incident Details
| Primary threat: | Oil |
| Products of concern: | #6 fuel oil |
| Total amount at risk of spill: | 9000 barrels |
| Latitude (approximate): | 29° 54.75′ North |
| Longitude (approximate): | 90° 5.50′ West |
| On-Water Recovery: | Applied |
| Shoreline Cleanup: | Applied |
| Dispersants: | Unknown/Not applicable |
| In-Situ Burn: | Evaluated but not used |
| Bioremediation: | Evaluated but not used |
Public Information and Incident-Related Links
For media requesting information regarding the fuel oil spill please call USCG Public Affairs:
(504) 393-0372
Additional information may be found at the USCG Public Affairs Website: www.neworleansoilspill.com
(504) 393-0372
Additional information may be found at the USCG Public Affairs Website: www.neworleansoilspill.com