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Gulf oil cleanup faces two year effort and looming storms
Williams says BP spill cleanup in the Gulf involves about 5100 vessels and large dune barriers to block oil from beaches. Operators fear a hurricane could derail progress, with Tropical Storm Alex threatening potential shutdowns for up to two weeks as crews press ahead with plans to finish the containment.
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