Never in the history of our country's oil exploration has any other spill matched the one that began on the Deepwater Horizon rig 35 days ago - and still continues. Decades, if not centuries, will pass before the stench of oil and its spiraling residue will sufficiently subside for the Gulf's coastal habitat to once again resemble what it once was. So - now what?
Today, BP began the process of a “top kill” in an attempt to stop the leak. All the while, the situation could worsen as the oil plume is pushed to shore and is spread by sea currents and the approaching hurricane season. Yet, regardless of what happens and when - an ecological mess in a scale unknown to us until now will remain to be dealt with.
Not everyone can jump into their car and head toward the coast, but if you wish to contribute in anyway, here are some numbers and websites with information on how to help:
To report oiled wildlife, please call: 866-557-1401
To report sightings of oil on the beach, call: 866-448-5816
To report oil related damage, please call: 1-800-440-0858
To submit your vessel for skimming opportunities, call: 281-366-5511
To sign up for volunteer opportunities off the Louisiana coast go to:
To register as a volunteer in Florida go to:
For volunteer opportunities in Alabama visit:
http://www.servealabama.gov/
To find volunteer opportunities in Mississippi:
http://www.
If you don’t live near the Gulf Coast it’s best not to drive your car there, and instead make a donation to reputable organizations that can put your money to work, such as:
The Audubon Society at: http://www.
Finally, write your elected officials with your concerns and support cleaner alternatives of energy!
john@go-bela.com, www.ecobeachhotels.com
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