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Whats In The Photo:Radarsat-1 satellite radar image acquired on September 2, 2005, that shows extensive oil slicks (dark patches) in the Gulf of Mexico following Hurricane Katrina. Approximately 2,144 platforms and 15,366 miles of seafloor pipeline experienced hurricane-force winds; an additional 2600 platforms and 12,470 miles of seafloor pipeline were exposed to tropical storm-force winds. Insets show slicks apparently emanating from platforms shown by orange squares (platform locations and ID numbers from U.S. Minerals Management Service data). Original TIFF file is 200dpi @ 10"x7.5".
Caption:Detail - Leaking Platforms, 9/2/2005
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Photographer Name:John Amos
Organization Name:SkyTruth
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