Greenpeace Embarks On Oil Spill Expedition From St. Pete

The study of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill continues with environmental organization Greenpeace embarking from St. Petersburg on a recent investigative expedition.

Researchers, activists, marine biologists and environmentalists recently boarded the Arctic Sunrise for a three-month trip to study the impact on the Gulf Coast.

Crew members will study sea life ranging from coral to plankton to understand the long-term effects of the spill.

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