These reports describe significant environmental incidents reported to and tracked by the National Response Center. They reflect both new incidents and follow-up information describing actions taken for previously reported events. The NRC publishes Incident Summary Reports periodically upon receipt of documentary information from the Federal On-Scene Coordinator.
| Occurence Date: | 8 August |
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| Location: | North Miami, FL |
| Source: | Unknown |
| Material: | Unknown |
| Severity: | Potential Major |
| Quantity Discharged: | Unknown |
| Quantity in Water: | Unknown |
| Body of Water Affected: | Atlantic Ocean |
| Federal On-Scene Coordinator: | MSO Miami |
At 1005 a.m. on August 8, 2000, a significant oil spill was reported which spans a 25 mile stretch of the east coast of Florida from North Miami, FL, near Golden Beach, to Pompano, FL, near Pompano Beach. The source of the oil spill is unknown and is currently under investigation. Coast Guard over flights sighted numerous areas of pancaked, emulsified oil, light oil sheen, and black oil along the shore. Several beaches have been impacted by tarballs ranging from 1/4 inch to pancake size. Hollywood Beach, Ft. Lauderdale Beach, and John Lloyd State Park were all closed pending cleanup. The beaches are in high use this time of year. Also, several turtle nests are located in the affected area. Marine Safety Office Miami has established a Unified Command with the command post in Port Everglades, FL. Coast Guard, NOAA, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Parks Service, and private sector cleanup contractors are currently involved in response and cleanup is underway. CASE CLOSED