Gulf of Mexico oil spill

The video discusses a large metal funnel designed to capture 85% of crude oil from a leaking wellhead. The funnel, 40 feet high and weighing 98 tons, is placed over the leak to channel oil to the surface, minimizing environmental impact. The operation, conducted 5,000 feet underwater, faces challenges due to darkness, immense water pressure, and the need for remote-controlled submarines. This task is unprecedented at such depths, with significant pressure, politics, and financial stakes involved. The funnel is expected to be ready in two days.

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