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BP CEO Tony Hayward is compared to British actors during televised congressional investigations into the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Technical discussion focuses on the dangers of hydrogen sulfide (H2S), a toxic gas associated with oil refineries that sensitizes the nose and can be fatal at concentrations between 50 and 200 parts per million. The EPA is reportedly monitoring these levels in Louisiana as cleanup efforts continue.
British Media Reaction to Obama's BP Criticism
The UK media, specifically The Telegraph, has characterized President Obama's criticism of BP as a "war against the UK." British commentators express concern that the "special relationship" between the two nations is in peril due to the demonization of the company. Meanwhile, BP CEO Tony Hayward faced backlash for stating he "would like his life back" while families of the 11 workers killed in the explosion remain in mourning.
