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Part of the Oil Spill Response Series. Available separately or as a part of the series.
About Countermeasures on Water
-The factors that challenge responders to water spills,
including weather, wind, sea conditions, and currents.
-How oil weathers when spilled on water
-Resources for enlisting aid
-Tracking spills to predict ecological impact
-Managing the response effort
-Countermeasures, including booms and barriers,
skimming, herding, absorbents, in situ burning, chemical
treatment (dispersants and gelling agents), and
bioremediation
-Safety precautions
-Dealing with contaminated wildlife. 28 minutes
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