Fail

BP's attempt to cover the main leak with a 100 ton box, in hopes of funneling the crude up and out safely, failed. They will keep trying, and possibly build an even bigger containment unit. But for now the geyser of oil still looks like this (scroll ahead to about 2:10) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CH4I1a5vg3w&feature=player_embedded

So things aren't getting any better as of yet, and between 210,000 and 250,000 gallons a day are pouring out into the ocean.

My bags are packed and i'm heading south within the hour. Hope to get close to Jackson, MS today. Then to the coast by noon tomorrow!