Satellite Source: Sentinel 2A
Mode: Multispectral
Resolution: 10 meter
Image Date & Time: 06-02-2018 1630 UTC

Confidence: Medium-High
Issue Date: 06-05-2018

Region: Gulf of Mexico
Location: 28�21'18" N, 88�47'17" W
Coverage Area: 33.28 km^2

Remarks:
Possible oil seen in satellite imagery located approx. 117 nm SE of New 
Orleans, LA. The anomaly is centered in the Mississippi Canyon area in 
block #640.. The anomaly is measured 117 nm in length and 2.27 nm wide.
  The anomaly exhibits a silvery appearance in high resolution imagery 
and its shape is jagged and shows feathering to the west.

Uncertainties:
Since the anomaly’s point source is unknown but maintains a consistent 
pattern as being oil, the confidence level is medium high


Analyst: Kim


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