Gulf Oil Spill Disaster: 
Response, Recovery & Resources

What to Expect from the Oil Spill and How to Protect Your Health

People can be exposed to hazardous substances related to the spill by breathing them (air), by swallowing them (food, water), or by touching them (skin). People should avoid close contact to the spill and fumes from any burning oil.
       
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Manage Distress Caused by the Gulf Oil Spill

The Gulf of Mexico is experiencing a man-made disaster caused by a leak from a destroyed offshore oil rig. The situation has been described by President Obama as a “massive and potentially unprecedented environmental disaster.”  Watching the disaster unfold, whether in proximity to the disaster or on your television or computer, can be distressing.
       
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Developing a Positive Outlook in the Face of Tragedy

The oil catastrophe in the Gulf of Mexico is creating an array of devastation. People who live and work in the Gulf area or who are aiding with the cleanup are experiencing first-hand the destruction of a way of life.  As overwhelming as the current challenges are in the Gulf, there are ways to work through these trying times and move on.
           
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Coping with Crisis in the Media

The news can be full of stories about unexpected or bad things, including the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. The scary thing is—it may seem like the oil spill is happening all around you, even in places where you feel secure like work, school, the mall and at home.  Here are some tips to understanding the news and what you see and hear.
   
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