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What deformities did tuna and amberjack exposed to oil from the spill develop?
Deformities of the heart and other organs
Who did a U.S. District Court judge rule was primarily responsible for the oil spill?
BP
What did the U.S. President Barack Obama do in response to the oil spill?
Temporarily stopped new drilling for offshore oil rigs and made new safety rules
How much did BP agree to pay in fines in April 2016 as part of the settlement?
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What were some of the charges BP pled guilty to in the federal criminal charges settlement with the United States Department of Justice?
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What was the estimated total cost of cleanup costs, charges, and penalties for BP as of 2018?
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What was the estimated total discharge of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill?
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When was the well of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill declared sealed?
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What was one of the largest environmental disasters in American history?
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How did the response try to protect beaches, wetlands, and estuaries from the spreading oil?
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What was the amount of oily material removed from the beaches in Louisiana in 2013?
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How many days a week did the oil cleanup crews work on the Louisiana shoreline throughout 2013?
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