March 31, 2016 — EMERALD ISLE, N.C. — Several seismic testing companies said they are still trying to pursue the testing off our coast.
Here’s how it works: A large vessel tows a streamer, which emits sound waves to map the crust of the ocean along more than 400 miles of the NC coast.
The North Carolina Coastal Federation said the testing could impact multiple industries, from tourism to fishing and wildlife.
While several companies are waiting for their permits to get approved, officials along the coast said the data collected would be the first step needed toward off shore drilling.