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The Deepwater Horizon disaster, which began on April 20, 2010, involved an explosion on the BP-operated oil rig that killed 11 crew members and caused a massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Discussions on WindowsForum cover the sequence of events leading to the catastrophe, including the drilling of the Macondo well and the failure of cement plugs. The spill is described as the worst environmental disaster in US history, with over 20 million gallons of oil released, affecting more than 70 miles of Louisiana's coastline. Topics include ongoing investigations, containment efforts, and the environmental impact.
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    What do we know about the Deepwater Horizon disaster?

    The Deepwater Horizon rig disaster caused the deaths of 11 crew and a massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Since the 20 April catastrophe there has been much discussion in US Congressional hearings and the media about the sequence of events that led up to it. Here is a summary of what...
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    Gulf of Mexico oil leak 'worst US environment disaster'

    The Gulf of Mexico oil spill is the worst environmental disaster the US has faced, a senior official has said. White House energy adviser Carol Browner also said the US was "prepared for the worst scenario" that the leak might not be stopped before August. BP is to try a new tactic after its...
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