Giant Oil Slick Headed For Grand Isle

A government official says it’s the first major threat to Grand Isle, Louisiana in three weeks.  A massive oil slick, described as "a tremendous plume" by the official, on a direct course to hit the Gulf Coast in 24-48 hours.

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