Skip to Content

CSU Channel Islands Professor says Huntington Beach spill is similar to Refugio spill

CSUCI professors talks about latest oil spill

CAMARILLO, Calif.-California State University Channel Islands professor Sean Anderson is keeping a close eye on the spill in Huntington Beach.

The environmental scientist said there are similarities between the recent spill in Santa Barbara County and the new one in Orange County.

He said the environment and local business will both be damaged.

He said local impacts will likely be significant for seabirds near the shore, but not catastrophic.

The impact for local business already hurt by COVID are likely to linger.

Article Topic Follows: Environment & Energy

Jump to comments ↓

Author Profile Photo

Tracy Lehr

Tracy Lehr is a reporter and the weekend anchor for News Channel 3-12. To learn more about Tracy, click here

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

News Channel 3-12 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.

Skip to content