How to read the oil spill monitor?

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Start date Jul 14, 2010
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The discussion focuses on interpreting the data displayed on the oil spill monitor operated by BP, specifically the "MSV SCANDI NEPTUNE." Key metrics include "E: 1202757.5," which fluctuates, indicating a specific measurement, "D: 4985" representing depth, "Herc: 06," and "Hdg: 76.44" denoting heading. Users clarify that "D" stands for depth and "Hdg" for heading, providing essential insights into the monitor's readings.

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Jul 14, 2010

moonman239

Hello all,

I'm watching a live feed of the monitor that BP has set up. At the top it says "MSV SCANDI NEPTUNE" (I understand NEPTUNE is a name) and "E: 1202757.5" (fluctuates) and "D: 4985" and "Herc: 06" and "Hdg: 76.44." What does this all mean? Thanks.

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