JP officials commandeer all of BP's hired boats in Grand Isle

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http://www.wwltv.com/news/local/JP-officials-commandeer-BPs-hired-boats-in-Grand-Isle-94668304.html

GRAND ISLE, La. - Jefferson Parish Emergency managers say they have commandeered all of BP's hired boats in Grand Isle.

A representative for Jefferson Parish Emergency chief Deano Bonano said they requested immediate action after oil moved into the marsh passes and onto the beaches in Grand Isle.

He said more than 40 boats were sitting idle while he watched the oil rush into the passes.

At around 5:30 p.m., Jefferson Councilman Chris Roberts confirmed the boats have been commandeered by JP emergency managers.

 

[ofcmetz]

Interesting. Seems like a slow version of Katrina all over again where FEMA just sat there while the local officials had to get the work done.

 

[blackened1313]

Yes it is a shame. B. Nungesser has been going bannanas down there. BP and Trans..are trying to file limited liability already. Its a damn shame how the Fed, Bp, MMS, Coast Gaurd are just sitting by and watching the oil roll up.

 

[themcfarland]

But, the litigious nature of big business now here I can see both sides of it..

I have a feeling BP will file chapter **something** very soon!

 

[JadeRaven]

But, the litigious nature of big business now here I can see both sides of it..

I have a feeling BP will file chapter **something** very soon!

BP is the world's 4th largest company, making billions and billions in profit every year. They could absorb a billion dollar loss without being close to any type of bankruptcy.

 

[Saftman]

That should have happened 2 weeks ago. Gov. Jindal should also have the head of BP in La. arrested. This is totally out of hand now. If the state waits on the Feds or BP we are guaranteed to be S#^& Out Of Luck. I know some of the Members here work or have worked for BP & I don't wish to offend anyone, but it is time for BP to fess up. They have so many Policies & Procedures that most everyone pencil whips them. If you have a problem throwing more paper work at it isn't going to fix it.

Rant off.

 

[Mjolnir]

But, the litigious nature of big business now here I can see both sides of it..

I have a feeling BP will file chapter **something** very soon!

They are on hook for only $75 million, unfortunately...

 

[themcfarland]

I just dont see them giving up much of any more money.. just my foil hat...