BP Could Attempt 'Static Kill' Today

The Deepwater Horizon oil spill—which The New York Times says “is by far the world’s largest accidental release of oil into marine waters”—could be over once and for all on Tuesday. BP is cautiously optimistic that it can perform the “static kill” to permanently seal off the well on Tuesday, though it’s somewhat uncertain after the company had to delay a crucial test on Monday due to a hydraulic leak. Meanwhile, the Associated Press says BP is delaying decisions on claims for damages until the government takes over the compensation process later this month.