Fox News has a timeline of the Gulf Disaster, coupled with a timeline of the Whitehouses handling of it.

Does not look good for Obama.
"April 24

In the Gulf: The Coast Guard discovers oil leaking from the ocean floor.

At the White House: Obama plays golf in North Carolina."
"May 8

In the Gulf: Balls of tar begin washing up on Alabama's beaches. Meanwhile, the 100-ton box meant to capture the leak is not working.

At the White House: Obama delivers his weekly radio address on holding insurance companies more accountable. "

The lack of response is quite apparent with a read of this timeline.