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so, out of the 200 million gallons that was spewed into the gulf, a little over 50 million gallons remains.
50 million gallons is 4 times larger than Exxon Valdez, so its nothing to burp at, but I think the larger question is what happens in time...the oil from the Valdez is still being found because it is in coves and such with minimal water movement. Luckily the gulf is large enough to disperse more and hopefully continue to naturally evaporate or dissolve what is remaining. But do spill upon spill change ecosystems in the area? Nature can move in a very slow speed, we honestly have no idea the long term effects this will bring.
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