Satellite Source: RadarSat 2
Mode: ScanSAR Narrow VV
Resolution: 50 meter
Image Date & Time: 04-27-2018 1155 UTC

Confidence: High
Issue Date: 04-27-2018

Region: Gulf of Mexico
Location: 28�56'16" N, 88�58'15" W
Coverage Area: 2.99 km^2

Remarks:
Possible oil was observed in satellite imagery. This anomaly is unconfirmed 
as oil. The anomaly is emanating from the Destroyed Taylor Platform, a 
known leak source. It stretches W for about 1.75 NM then S another 1.75 
NM from the source. Confidence is HIGH given that this is a known repeat 
leak source.

Uncertainties:
There are no uncertainties.


Analyst: Lee


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