OC leaders call for ban on offshore drilling following massive oil spill
Several political leaders in Orange County are calling for a ban on offshore drilling following a massive oil spill in Huntington Beach.
Several political leaders in Orange County are calling for a ban on offshore drilling following a massive oil spill in Huntington Beach.
Orange County oil spill: Laguna Beach property owners filing lawsuit
Laguna Beach waterfront property owners have filed a lawsuit against the company that owns the oil rig and underwater pipeline at the center of a massive leak off the coast of Huntington Beach, seeking damages for loss of enjoyment, potential lowered property values and diminished rental income.
Laguna Beach waterfront property owners have filed a lawsuit against the company that owns the oil rig and underwater pipeline at the center of a massive leak off the coast of Huntington Beach, seeking damages for loss of enjoyment, potential lowered property values and diminished rental income.
Inside Look: Touring the OC oil spill area
Aboard one of the Coast Guard’s Fast Response Cutters, FOX 11’s Christina Gonzalez made her way along the San Pedro Channel to check out the oil platform Elly.
Aboard one of the Coast Guard’s Fast Response Cutters, FOX 11’s Christina Gonzalez made her way along the San Pedro Channel to check out the oil platform Elly.
OC oil spill: Ship anchored near pipeline made unusual movements
A massive cargo ship made a series of unusual movements while anchored in the closest spot to a Southern California oil pipeline that ruptured and sent crude washing up on beaches, according to data collected by a marine navigation service.
A massive cargo ship made a series of unusual movements while anchored in the closest spot to a Southern California oil pipeline that ruptured and sent crude washing up on beaches, according to data collected by a marine navigation service.
Investigators board massive cargo ship docked in Oakland amid ongoing probe of ruptured pipeline
A U.S. official said that the Rotterdam Express has become a focus of the spill investigation. The official cautioned the ship is only one lead being pursued in the investigation, which is in the early stages.
A U.S. official said that the Rotterdam Express has become a focus of the spill investigation. The official cautioned the ship is only one lead being pursued in the investigation, which is in the early stages.
OC oil spill: Over 2 dozen oiled birds recovered; wildlife greatly impacted
As of Wednesday, 13 oiled birds were recovered alive, two birds were found dead.
As of Wednesday, 13 oiled birds were recovered alive, two birds were found dead.
Huntington Beach oil spill: Beaches closed as crews attempt to clean up shoreline
More Orange County beaches are partially reopening as workers continue scooping up oil from the sand and water after a massive oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach.
More Orange County beaches are partially reopening as workers continue scooping up oil from the sand and water after a massive oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach.
Ship’s anchor may have caused massive California oil spill, investigators say
A ship’s anchor may have hooked, dragged and torn an underwater pipeline that spilled tens of thousands of gallons of crude oil into the ocean off the Orange County coast, according to federal investigators.
A ship’s anchor may have hooked, dragged and torn an underwater pipeline that spilled tens of thousands of gallons of crude oil into the ocean off the Orange County coast, according to federal investigators.
Will OC oil spill impact gas prices?
The recent Huntington Beach oil spill has drivers wondering if the gas prices will go up?
The recent Huntington Beach oil spill has drivers wondering if the gas prices will go up?
OC oil spill remains under investigation
Authorities are continuing their search for answers on what caused the massive Huntington Beach oil spill.
Authorities are continuing their search for answers on what caused the massive Huntington Beach oil spill.
Special Report: OC DA Todd Spitzer
Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer discusses his push to hold those responsible for the massive Huntington Beach oil spill accountable.
Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer discusses his push to hold those responsible for the massive Huntington Beach oil spill accountable.
OC Oil Spill: Gov. Newsom discusses state's response to massive leak
Governor Gavin Newsom is saying no more, when it comes to putting California's shoreline at risk. This comes in the wake of Orange County crews work around the clock to clean the mess left by the massive oil leak.
Governor Gavin Newsom is saying no more, when it comes to putting California's shoreline at risk. This comes in the wake of Orange County crews work around the clock to clean the mess left by the massive oil leak.
Gov. Newsom discusses California's response to OC oil spill
Governor Gavin Newsom was in Huntington Beach to discuss the state's response to the massive oil sill.
Governor Gavin Newsom was in Huntington Beach to discuss the state's response to the massive oil sill.
PHOTOS: Massive oil spill off California coast shows impact on wildlife, beachside communities
Photos show patches of oil coating the sand, signs warning people to stay off the beach and cleanup contractors in white outfits using skimmers and barriers to try to contain and clean the spill.
Photos show patches of oil coating the sand, signs warning people to stay off the beach and cleanup contractors in white outfits using skimmers and barriers to try to contain and clean the spill.
Birds, wetland wildlife bearing the brunt of California oil spill
Oiled seabirds are often among the earliest victims of a spill because gobs of crude washing up onto the sand and wetlands can clump their feathers together, leaving them chilled by the cold ocean water.
Oiled seabirds are often among the earliest victims of a spill because gobs of crude washing up onto the sand and wetlands can clump their feathers together, leaving them chilled by the cold ocean water.
California Oil Spill: Newsom issues State of Emergency to provide federal assistance in response
California Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday declared a state of emergency in Orange County, directing state agencies "to undertake immediate and aggressive action to clean up and mitigate the effects" of the spill.
California Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday declared a state of emergency in Orange County, directing state agencies "to undertake immediate and aggressive action to clean up and mitigate the effects" of the spill.
Class-action lawsuit filed in Huntington Beach oil spill
The first federal lawsuit linked to the 126,000 gallons of oil that spilled into the ocean off Huntington Beach is a proposed class-action suit that includes claims to recover damages for individuals and businesses damaged by the massive leak. The man who brought forward the lawsuit also alleges he has been, or will be, exposed to toxic oil contaminants.
The first federal lawsuit linked to the 126,000 gallons of oil that spilled into the ocean off Huntington Beach is a proposed class-action suit that includes claims to recover damages for individuals and businesses damaged by the massive leak. The man who brought forward the lawsuit also alleges he has been, or will be, exposed to toxic oil contaminants.
Massive oil spill: Cleanup efforts continue in Huntington Beach
Crews are working around the clock to clean up the massive oil spill in Huntington Beach.
Crews are working around the clock to clean up the massive oil spill in Huntington Beach.
California oil spill: Authorities investigating if ship’s anchor hit pipeline
A 126,000-gallon oil spill from an offshore rig caused major ecological damage in the waters off Huntington Beach.
A 126,000-gallon oil spill from an offshore rig caused major ecological damage in the waters off Huntington Beach.
Huntington Beach oil spill: Do not touch affected animals, experts say
Experts warn the public to NOT touch the animal affected by the California oil spill.
Experts warn the public to NOT touch the animal affected by the California oil spill.