Houma Thibodaux News

The Louisiana Oil Spill Coordinator's Office and the U.S. Coast Guard have announced plans for a controlled burn of an oil spill in the Lake Hatch Oil and Gas Field. According to the Louisiana Oil Spill Coordinator's Office, the controlled burn is deemed necessary "to prevent further adverse impacts of the marsh sedimentation and root structures that may be caused by manual oil recovery operations."

Furthermore, the U.S. Coast Guard has provided details about the controlled burn, stating that it is expected to last approximately 4 hours. Additionally, they have advised that the burn may result in a large black plume of smoke traveling to the southwest and west of the oil spill area. However, they reassure that this should not have any adverse effects on residential houses.

The controlled burn is a proactive measure taken to address the oil spill and mitigate potential environmental damage. The collaboration between the Louisiana Oil Spill Coordinator's Office and the U.S. Coast Guard demonstrates a coordinated effort to manage the situation effectively.

Residents and stakeholders in the area are encouraged to stay informed about the progress of the controlled burn and any related updates from the authorities involved.