The Impact of the 2005 Gulf Hurricanes as Seen by the Ozone Monitoring Instrument (OMI)

Hurricanes Katrina and Rita caused a significant reduction in nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) emissions from oil and gas production facilities as well as power plants.

Difference in OMI NO₂ (Pre Katrina - Post Rita²)

* Pre Katrina = August 1 - 26
Post Rita = September 27 - October 17

Destroyed Oil Platforms (+, x)

Reductions in Oil & Gas Production

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