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Subscribe to RSSThe video feed from below the Gulf of Mexico is even more sickening to watch today. The oil is now flowing unchecked into the water after robots removed the containment cap that was helping to capture some of the escaping oil. It could flow like that for a couple more days. Okay, that's the glass half empty assessment. Now for the glass half full. By removing the cap, BP engineers will now position a new, better fitting cap that -- if all goes perfect -- could effectively contain the leak by early in the week. There are plenty of ifs and wiggle room built into the timetable of this operation, but it's hard not to get the feeling that the end game, as far as stopping the flow, could be in sight. Our Anne Thompson, who has been on this story from the beginning, will tell us what the game plan is, and update us on where it stands.
We'll see you later for NBC Nightly News.
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I like many Americans believe the region affected by the oil spill will never fully recover.
Deep Sea Biologist, Luis Soto, (mentioned in my local Miami Herald) believes we should be optimistic due to "the environment being amazingly resilient more so than most understand."
Soto has advanced degrees from Florida State University and the University of Miami.
I mention his credentials because my hope is that Soto's wisdom and knowledge will guarantee a return of the GULF exactly the way it ought to be.
Today I saw a bumper sticker and it says- "SARAH."
Gone are the days of "sarah palin."
She is such a powerhouse, the surname is not required.
I drove off thinking of the WHAT IFS.
What if SARAH PALIN had been the occupant of the White House, how would she (as President) handle this disaster?!
Good Evening Mr.Holt, A fine broadcast this Saturday evening! Seeing the uninhibited flow of oil out of the leaking pipe is just awful. One hopes very much they will be able to fit a much better fitting cap to capture many barrels of oil. Time will tell.
First of all the report by Anne Thompson from Venice, LA which told of the uncapped pipe leaking tremendous amounts of oil into the Gulf. So many ships gathered at the leak site so one hopes progress will be made within the 4 to 7 days this work will require to place a new cap on the well. Seeing the globs of oil amidst the waves in the Gulf is sickening and one feels so badly for those living in the Gulf States. Such a terrible situation.
The report by Mr.Truong showing the fisherman going out to catch the shrimp, crab and fish was somewhat encouraging since this area was not effected too much. It was nice to see the big catch he was able to do. He is doing his very best to make a living in the toughest of times in the region. The future is uncertain for them, but this was at least a good day. One hopes it gets better.
The report by Mr.Maceda from Kabul told of the terrible fight the US Troops face against the taliban. The loss of five American soldeirs is heartbreaking and ones thoughts and prayers go out to their families. Such a long fight and it seems never ending. One really hopes that some sort of peace will come to the region, but it will take some time.
The report by Mr.Viqueira about Veterans benfits for PTSD from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan showed how something needs to be done to help these soldiers suffering from PTSD. It is unquestionalby stressful in the war zones and these soldiers enduring battle after battle need all the help possible. Benefits are essential and the quicker the veterans receive them the better.
The piece by Chris Jansing about the sea turtle ended up videotaping footage undersea was truly a mystery and astounding the camera was found bt a Coast Guard investigator looking for tar ball along the shoreline. It is amazing he was able to track down the owner of the camera, but it was great he was able to do so. Too bad one can't see the face of the turtle.
Incredible piece!
Thank You for the broadcast Mr.Holt. See you on Sunday! Peace to You and to All!
Lots of Love to Laurel,Jackie,Stephanie,Claudia,Celine,Anna,Lori,Cary and Matt!
Be Well Always!
Stay Extra,Extra Safe and Well Richard!
Take Extra Good Care Richard and Crew!
XOXO
Lisa
Lester, Tonight's broadcast was terrific and so was this morning's Today show.
What's not to like about Sarah Palin, but I am not all that sure of her qualifications to be
President of the United States. I loved the turtle star story. Phyllis
End the WARS-
Mr. President.
Why campaign on something you know you cannot fulfill?
It's harder to end something you started as we learned that lesson as children. No one dare questiyon Bush why he illegally invaded Iraq while he said he was looking for Bin Laden in Afghanistan. Obama is better then I am in dealing with people who seem to have lost their memories. Looks the RNC plan is working as now many Americans really believe Obama started two Wars and created a Recession. I'm not really surprised as Americans believed lawyer Arlene Specters story of the magic bullet, Bush's story of WMDs/Mushroom cloud and axis of evil. Few stations report our troops returning home from Iraq or the fact Obama has ordered much more help to the soldiers medical problems. But it's just better to over look that information as don't worry the soldiers are now happy someone is thinking and doing something for them now.
Sarah Palin finally has gone Hollywood and joined MaDonna and Prince as now Sarah uses only her first name. Still she's dumb as a door knob but join the rock star group. She complained about Obama being a rock star during the Campaign now she's made herself a star without the public. The Foreign press can't stop laughing at Sarah's foreign policy statements showing she is truely and idiot.
Obama was right the Banks will be asking for another bailout because now wealthy home owners stopped paying their mortgages. Looks like the players got played and the Banks never saw it coming. The GOP is paid to make sure Banks get the Yes vote because Obama will not allow the taxpayers to pay the bill again for Banks to continue to get big bonuses. Sen. Kyl and announced the Republicans will win and take back the control to make sure Banks/Corporations get what they need and want and the rich continue to get big tax breaks. Well looks like the poor will have their taxes increased by the GOP we lost our middle class citizens.
I remember my Dad took me to see TO KILL A MOCKING BIRD in the movies yet he made sure we read the book first. He would have us pick a book and listen as each one of us took a turn reading. we're a part of everything we learn during our lives. I'm grateful I had more of the best God created to learn from and the evil one's I learned to feel bad for because they wasted so much time being evil they never go to see the beauty of this World.
BP is now off to the United Arab Emiates to ask for a loan. Let's us know who has the money to loan out. Just think most people look to the banks for loans but the banks looks to the taxpayers for money and the World ask the Middle East for their loans.
have a great day all
Jackie
Great blog. May I say- we underestimate Sarah Palin. She is a force and she possess the qualities for success: mean and determined! Didn't we have a president who lacked Foreign Policy, who never had a light bulb on?!
Government is needed- to legislate and protect. We need laws. The Republicans' complaint is "big gov't."
I dunno. Is the Recovery Act, Healthcare, saving America's ass, aiding the unemployed, helping the grandmas and grandpas-big government?- OR is it wise, capable, caring government?
THE REPUBLICAN PIT.
WANNA GO BACK?
HELL NO!!
Week after week, they claim to be fixing something, yet the oil flows as fast as it ever did.
What changes is the slick gets closer to Cuba. If this keeps up, eventually Cuba will be surrounded by oil. Cuba has 2 resources, the sea and its beaches. I suppose the CIA figures if they can shut down Cuba's seafood and tourism industries, the Castro regime will finally be brought down.
I have been a loyal Nightly News viewer for many years, and I must say how disturbing it is to see that BP is now sponsoring the NBC Nightly News. Anne Thompson does her stand up in front of a green strip of lawn with the sparkling water behind her. Beach clean up by hordes of people wearing BP green T-shirts. PR type interviews with BP execs. Where are the pictures like the ones we were seeing a few weeks ago, of the wildlife, and frustrated parish officials? Has BP co-opted NBC Nightly News, turning it into a PR instrument? I can't believe that Brian Williams has let this happen.
Lester, this morning in the Louisville Courier Journal: Will you need an Umbrella tomorrow? Which
reminded me it was suggested an umbrella dome be used to contained the gushing oil. I looked
up umbrella on the website and two other definitions. 1. an air umbrella over England 2. The
major powers have chosen to act under the moral umbrella of The United Nations and that begs
the question: Was that what Queen Elizabeth Speech to the United Nations last week all about?
Phyllis
Phyllis,
Hi. Another fab blog. All about the Queen and the UK.
Speaking of the UK, my cousin Carla arrived Sunday from London. She is dragging me everywhere.
She is most fascinated with South Beach, Bayside, and our restaurants. She notes that our meals / servings are larger than the UK. Well of course it is, we are the country of excess and plenty.
Read the blogs last "nyt" (stole this from Anna and has been using it) and they are interesting.
Especially the new arrivals. One more thing- Pal text me saying "Steele on CSPAN."
Tuned in. Chairman Steele parrots everyone. First, he tries to be cool as the Prez (believe me he does) and now he is using Sarah Palin's lingo.
"How is that changie / hopey thing going for ya?"
Get real, Mr. Steele you are not phat!! Craving for attention, aren't ya?
Remember the Media Banquet? Steele was all over the cameras.
Gotta go. My cousin is raiding my closet.
Mimi,
What an amazing coincidence, my husband's cousin's daughter is married to a great guy from England
and his sister is here in Louisville for a visit and I believe two cousins as well came a few days
later. Have fun!
Phyllis
No No
My cousin is here for 2 days then on to Chicago. I am at work, just got here, so pals are entertaining Carla. Late shift for me. Will miss Brian's live broadcast.
Rush hates NBC. He just discussed "MTP," Gregory and Press Secretary.
Ya know, Rush expands on Sunday's "Meet The Press."
Biden is right. The Soviets should haven taken Spy Rush and allow Ana Chapman to stay (don't see her as danger.)
"Gibbs is setting the stage to blame the Republicans."
I must of missed that part of Rush's show. I'll have to check my podcast later. Yeah I pay Rush to tell me what to think. Well that's what the Manhattanistanis would have people believe.
Rush said something positive about Brian Williams a couple weeks ago, bet that caused a bunch of hate mail from the corporate owned, violent, hateful, greedy left..... ogooops I forgot they're racist too bahahahahhaaha
I must of missed that part of Rush's show. I'll have to check my podcast later. Yeah I pay Rush to tell me what to think. Well that's what the Manhattanistanis would have people believe.
Rush said something positive about Brian Williams a couple weeks ago, bet that caused a bunch of hate mail from the corporate owned, violent, hateful, greedy left..... ogooops I forgot they're racist too bahahahahhaaha
Dave
I missed this blog. Pal just dropped me a line and said -the Dave is back. You are my velcro child. Have a few minutes-at dinner-30 minutes- return to work. Let me briefly touch on Rushbo. I see the attraction. He has his charm.
I find Rush to be narcissistic, confident and mean. But these are traits useful to the Republican base. "I want Obama to fail; Obama wants to divide the wealth."
Ma says, on many levels, she disagreed with Bush's policies, but she NEVER wanted him to fail. Ma says if Bush fails, America fails. A true patriot would have those sentiments. Don't ya think so?
O. Brian and the rest of folks... need to learn the appreciation of the art of soccer. It is not easy to bounce gracefully and kick with perfection and using the head as a tool to play a game.
C'mon Americans, broaden your minds.
Why do we Americans only appreciate American stuff?
Exactly what Carla said.
How about some real discussion and a solution that has a 30+ year history of success ?
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The filters of course are only a single piece of equipment necessary to handle the raw oils coming from this well. Other types of upstream equipment necessary are: Oil Separators, Free-Water Knock-outs, CPI's (corrugated plate interceptors), IGF/DAF/DGF (induced/dissolved air/dissolved gas floatation systems), and other pre-treatment equipment. ALL of these are well known & available standard equipment from the oil / gas industry suppliers (worldwide). Someone should be putting these solutions together.
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