Oil Spills in Coral Reefs: Planning and Response Considerations

This report summarizes relevant research on coral reefs. It was written for spill response decisionmakers and anyone working in or planning for spill response in coral reef regions. Originally published in 2001, the report was updated in July, 2010.

Oil Spills in Coral Reefs is the first in a series of publications prepared by NOAA's Office of Response and Restoration (OR&R) to provide response-related information on specific warm-water resources.

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