CLEAN : Santa Barbara: 300 people at work to clean the oil spill

The video discusses the impact of an oil spill on a large area, leading to fishing closures. Cleanup efforts are ongoing, with oil being removed from beaches, but challenges remain with oiled rocks and potential new oil surfacing. The restoration process is lengthy, aiming to return the area to pre-spill conditions for public and environmental safety. Unfortunately, due to the spill, beaches are closed during the Memorial Day weekend.

What is the primary reason for the closure of fishing areas mentioned in the video?

• Overfishing concerns

• Oil impact from a spill

• Weather conditions

• Government regulations

What ongoing process is being carried out on the beaches?

• Building new resorts

• Scraping oil off the sand

• Constructing a seawall

• Planting new trees

How long might it take to restore the beaches to their original condition?

• A year or more

• A couple of months

• Several days to weeks

• A few hours

What is the main goal of the restoration efforts?

• To ensure safety for the public and maritime environment

• To build new tourist attractions

• To introduce new marine species

• To expand the beach area

Why are the beaches closed during the holiday weekend?

• For annual maintenance

• Due to a music festival

• Because of the oil spill

• To protect endangered species