Deepwater Horizon (rig)

The Deepwater Horizon was a large offshore oil drilling rig operated by BP in the Gulf of Mexico. It was designed to drill deep beneath the ocean floor to access oil reservoirs. In 2010, a blowout caused a sudden surge of oil and gas, leading to a catastrophic explosion and fire on the rig, resulting in 11 worker deaths and a massive oil spill. The incident highlighted the challenges of deepwater drilling and raised concerns about safety, environmental impact, and industry regulations. The spill released millions of barrels of oil, causing extensive damage to marine ecosystems and coastal communities.