Through a friend and colleague, Kavita, I now have some word of Shell operations after Hurricane Katrina. The company is understandably quite scattered and disorganized at the present time, but Shell emergency personnel and Human Resources wish that you check in with them via phone or in person at the Houston Woodcreek office ASAP.
The toll-free number is (866) 745-5489. Shell hurricane updates here.
The unofficial word right now is that it may be a month or so before we can return to work at One Shell Square in downtown New Orleans. Until then, space will be made on a critical-need basis in the Houston offices so that we continue to work.
Mars Tension Leg Platform In Gulf of Mexico – Destroyed Topside
West Delta 143 and the Mars TLP have sustained severe damages, as well as a number of drilling platforms. More importantly, no Shell personnel have been hurt as far as the company knows. So, I urge you to check in through phone or in person at your earliest convenience.
If you wish to stay in contact with me, please do not hesitate to email. We WILL see each other in New Orleans and soon. Until then, my best to you.
Hi Maitri
I have been reading all your hurricane posts. It is gut wrenching and saddening to see such colossal loss of life, property and livelihood. I can understand how difficult it might be to have your workplace inaccessible, to uproot and temporarily move to a different place.
I hope that the situation gets normal as soon as humanely possible.