and we don't see that happening likely this year. it'll be at least six months and they want to get that oil out of here before the tourist season starts. and the other big issue is wildlife and we'll attack that tomorrow and see how much oil is left there and what they're doing about it to clean it up. john and kiran? >> what about the cost, rob, of digging down 2 feet to get that oil out. that can't be cheap. >> reporter: you know, it's not cheap. it compacts the sand and you're burning a whole lot of fuel. so there are certainly drawbacks to that. but, you know, when you talk about the bread and butter of the communities across the northern gulf coast with those pristine white beaches, you're talking about an economy that is massive when it comes to tourism. at this point the benefits outweigh the costs. >> good stuff, rob. we look forward to your report tomorrow, as well. thanks so much. and we're crossing the half hour. time for a look at our top stories. europe is on alert this morning.