DEEP WATER HORIZON

EXPLOSION
An Environmental Disaster
PRESENTED BY:
TALHA JAMI (-01)
Awais Shakeel (-02)
Ghazi Abbas (-03)
Hasnain Ahmad (-04)
Faheem Sattar (-07)

CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

KFUEIT,RYK
Engr.Usman Khalid
(Course Instructor)
Overview Of Deep-Water
Horizon Explosion
BY: Talha Jami
 What Is Deep-Water Horizon
Explosion?
• Offshore drilling rig owned by BP in Gulf Of Mexico.
• Explosion caused by equipment failure.
• Severel environmental and economical damages.
• Loss of life.
 Important Dates
• April 20, 2010 - initial explosion.
• July 15, 2010 - Oil stopped flowing into the Gulf of Mexico.
• September 19, 2010 - declared "effectively dead" by BP.
 Cause of Deep-water
Horizon Explosion
• pressure test.
• High pressure gas escaped.
• Lack of proper safety measures.
• Poor cement job.
Magnitude of DWH Explosion
• 87-day oil spill released into the ocean.
• The total cost of the disaster is estimated to be around $62
billion.
• one of the Expensive man-made disasters in history.
Factors contribute to the
Deep-Water Explosion
By: Awais Shakeel
 High Pressure Escaped
• The well was under high pressure, making it difficult to
control the flow of oil and gas.
• Equipment designed to contain the pressure failed, allowing oil
and gas to escape.
• The escaping oil and gas ignited, causing a massive explosion
and fire.
 Blowout Preventer Failed
• The blowout preventer (BOP) was
designed to shut
off the flow of oil and gas in an
emergency
• The BOP failed to activate, allowing
oil and gas to continue flowing
uncontrollably.
• The uncontrolled flow of oil and gas
ignited, causing a massive explosion
and fire.
Poor Cement Job
1. Cement is used to seal the well and prevent oil and gas from
escaping.
2. The cement used in the Deep-water Horizon well was not
properly mixed, allowing gaps to form in the seal.
3. Oil and gas leaked through the gaps and ignited, causing a
massive explosion and fire.
 Lack of Proper Safety
Measures
1. Safety measures are in place to prevent accidents and protect
workers.
2. Some safety measures were ignored or not properly
implemented on the Deep-water Horizon.
3. The lack of proper safety measures contributed to the
explosion and made the incident more severe.
 Response to the Deep-
Water Horizon Explosion
By: Ghazi Abbas
Response to the Deep-water
Horizon Explosion
• BP initiated a cleanup effort.
• US government formed an investigative task force.
• Legal consequences and Financial Consequences.
mmediate Response By Emergency
Services
• Providing first aid.
• Helps to evacuating Peoples from the area.
• Requesting additional resources.
Economic impact of the Deep-
water Horizon explosion
• Fishing and Tourism industries were heavily impacted.
• significant job losses.
• Cleanup Cost.
 Environmental impact of the
Deep-water Horizon Explosion
• Air Pollution.
• Negative impact on Climate Change.
• Effects on biodiversity .
 Lessons Learned from
deep-water Horizon Explosion
By: Hasnain Ahmed
 Key Takeaways from the Deep-
water Horizon Explosion
• Highlighted the need for improved safety measures and
industry regulations.
• Highlighted the importance of effective emergency
response plans.
• Highlighted the coordination between government
agencies and private companies.
 Steps taken to Prevent similar
incidents from Occurring in the Future

• Improved safety regulations.

• Better blowout preventers.
• Enhanced spill response plans.
• Improved technology.
 Improvements required in
Safety Procedures
• Enhanced safety protocols.
• Equipment to prevent and contain blowouts.
• Quick Response towards disaster.
 Importance of Accountability in Oil
and Gas Industries
• Companies and individuals are held responsible for
their actions and decisions.
• Encourages companies to prioritize safety.
• Encourages companies to prioritize environmental
Protection.
Future Outlook for Offshore
Drilling
BY: Faheem Sattar
 Safety and Environmental
Regulations
(The Impact on Offshore Drilling)

• Regulations have been put in place to improve safety and

prevent another similar disaster.
• These regulations have increased the cost of offshore drilling,
which has made it less profitable for companies.
• The regulations have also led to more focus on
environmentally-friendly drilling practices, which could help to
reduce the industry's impact on the environment.
 Emerging Technologies
(Innovations in Offshore Drilling)
• Automation and robotics are improving the efficiency and safety of
offshore drilling operations.
• Digitalization is making it easier for companies to monitor and manage
their drilling operations .
• These technologies are helping to offset the increased costs associated
with safety and environmental regulations.
Investment and Market Trends
(The Future of Offshore Drilling)
• The offshore drilling industry has faced challenges due to increased safety
and environmental regulations, as well as competition from alternative energy
sources.
• However, there are still investment opportunities in offshore drilling.
• The future outlook for offshore drilling will depend on factors such as oil
prices, demand for energy, and technological advancements, as well as the
industry's ability to adapt to changing market conditions.
 Community and
Stakeholder Engagement
(Building Trust and Accountability in Offshore Drilling)
• Building trust and accountability with stakeholders
is becoming increasingly important for the offshore
drilling industry.
• Companies are working to engage with stakeholders
through collaboration to manage the social and
environmental impacts of offshore drilling.
• Improving community and stakeholder engagement
can help to reduce the risk of negative impacts on
people and the environment, which is beneficial for
offshore drilling
Thank
You