On Tuesday morning, May 19, 2015, something happened to an onshore pipeline belonging to Plains All American Pipeline Company, LP., near Santa Barbara,
CA. Approximately 2,500 barrels of crude oil was released from what has
been reported to be a break in that pipeline. The oil flowed into a
nearby storm drain culvert that went under California Highway 101 and
made its way to Refugio Beach, contaminating both the beach and the
Pacific Ocean.
However, a review of several media reports, statements from the pipeline
owner, government officials, other oil company representatives, and
others has revealed some interesting responses and tidbits of
information that all will be factored into explaining the event,
minimizing the chances of it happening again, and determining the
ultimate responsibility, fines, and resultant costs. It may also help to
influence the future of energy development and usage in Santa Barbara
County and elsewhere.
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