5th Aug 2010 15:23
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BP PLC
05 August 2010
press release
August 5, 2010
BP COMMENCES CEMENTING PROCEDURE ON MC252 WELL
HOUSTON - BP today started pumping cement into the MC252 well at 09:15 CDT (15:15 BST) as part of the static kill procedure. All operations are being carried out with the guidance and approval of the National Incident Commander and other government officials.
The aim of the procedure is to assist with the strategy to kill and isolate the well. This procedure will complement the ongoing relief well operation.
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