An offshore platform fire this morning is now out, according to the Coast Guard. "South Marsh Island 136" is located about 75 south of Morgan City. It is owned by Mariner Energy. The Coast Guard says they've received information that it is an unmanned, non-producing platform. The cause of the fire is unknown. There are still conflicting reports from officials, whether any evacuations occured as a result. The Coast Guard has deployed a helicopter from New Orleans and a fixed wing aircraft from Mobile.

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