05/17/2026
CONTROLLED BURN NOTICE: The Coast Guard, Louisiana Oil Spill Coordinator’s Office, Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and other agencies continue to respond to an oil spill in the vicinity of Black Bayou in Cameron Parish, LA.
On May 18th, 2026, Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles will be conducting a controlled burn as part of an ongoing oil spill cleanup of 30 barrels in Black Bayou, Cameron Parish, LA. In-Situ burns are a commonly used tactic that removes spilled oil from the environment while minimizing negative environmental impacts.
The oil spill and the scheduled burn do not pose an immediate danger to the public. The burn is scheduled to begin at 9:00 a.m. CST, and will continue until approximately 7:00 p.m. CST.
During this period, a safety zone will be in effect for the Bancroft Canal from 30.02009N, -93.62300W to 30.01981N, -93.60560W. The public is advised to remain clear of the area for the duration of the day.