Pinellas County Sues BP Over Oil Spill

Pinellas County has filed a lawsuit against BP Oil for economic losses in tourism related to the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, according to the Tampa Bay Times.

Indian Rocks Beach, Madeira Beach, St. Pete Beach and Treasure Island already are seeking more than $12 million in damages as a result of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

The towns filed claims against BP for lost tax revenue and other costs associated with the spill, even though oil did not reach any of their shores.

The Pinellas County suit does not seek a specific amount in damages. But it alleges "negligence and willful misconduct" on the part of BP, according to the Times article.

Other Tampa Bay municipalities to file suit against BP over economic damages  include Clearwater, Dunedin, Tampa and Hillsborough County.

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