Testing is still underway for the well cap placed on top of the oil spill late last week. Recently, a seep was discovered near the well. Investigators are trying to ascertain whether methane has been detected as well. If so, this would be an indication that additional leaks may be present.
The federal government has informed BP that they will only continue to approve testing of the well cap if the oil company continues to meet their obligations for observing signs that the overall situation is deteriorating. The government is mainly concerned with ensuring that no irreversible damage is caused which may result in additional leaks from various points on the ocean floor.
No oil has flowed into the Gulf of Mexico since BP capped the well last Thursday. However, pressure in the cap has not reached optimal levels yet, indicating that there may be one or more leaks present. The oil company hopes to complete a relief well, which will provide a permanent solution to the oil spill, by August.
As the clean-up efforts get underway, investigators will develop a better understanding for how much damage has occurred in the Gulf Coast region. It is expected that many more toxic tort lawsuits will be filed against BP relating to the oil spill in the next few months.
If you have suffered damages as a result of the BP oil spill, it is important to consult an experienced toxic tort attorney at once. You may be entitled to receive compensation for your damages.
If you have a BP oil spill claim in the Beaumont, Texas area, please contact the Texas toxic tort attorneys at Bush Lewis today to schedule your free initial consultation.
