100701-N-5549O-111 BAYOU LA BATRE, Ala. (July 1, 2010) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) the Honorable Ray Mabus tours waters off the coast of Alabama to observe oil skimming operations. Mabus is on a five-day visit to the Gulf Coast to assess the area to develop a long-term restoration plan for the region. He will meet with state and local officials in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin S. O'Brien/Released)