Terrebonne Parish leaders are discussing the impacts of an oil spill that has forced the closure of oyster harvest areas, affecting thousands of acres of productive waters and raising questions about the future of the seafood industry.
The spill happened on Feb. 26 about 18 miles offshore at the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port when a cargo transfer hose failed.
Currently, 160 square miles, impacting 2,400 leases and public seed grounds, are affected.
A council meeting is being held at the Terrebonne Parish Government Office at 5:40 p.m. Monday.
With many fishermen impacted by the oil spill, the parish government is opening a claims office for those affected.
It will be open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Courtyard Marriott in Houma.
Before visiting, those impacted need to call to start their claim, gather all necessary documents, and then proceed to the office to complete their claim.
For more information on the claims process, click here.
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