Relief Wells
Directional techniques are used to drill relief wells in order to “kill”
blowouts. Relief wells are deviated to pass as close as possible to the
uncontrolled well. Heavy mud is pumped into the reservoir to overcome
the pressure and bring the wild well under control.
Directional techniques are used to drill relief wells in order to “kill”
blowouts. Relief wells are deviated to pass as close as possible to the
uncontrolled well. Heavy mud is pumped into the reservoir to overcome
the pressure and bring the wild well under control.