A British firm starts containment of oil spill from stricken tanker off Oman
Summary
A British company has begun work to stop an oil spill from the Russian tanker Caroline Bezengi, which ran aground off the coast of Oman. The spill has spread widely during stormy weather, threatening marine life and reaching Oman's shoreline.Key Facts
- The Caroline Bezengi tanker exploded in early June and has been grounded near Qabiliyah Island, Oman.
- It carries over 800,000 barrels of crude oil that is leaking into the sea.
- A UK company named Ambrey was hired to salvage the tanker and contain the spill.
- Oil from the spill has spread over hundreds of square kilometers, affecting protected marine areas.
- The spill has reached Ras Madrakah on Oman's coast and may spread further north toward Masirah Island.
- The oil threatens coral reefs, seagrass, endangered turtles, migratory birds, and the rare Arabian Sea humpback whale.
- The salvage is difficult due to poor infrastructure and bad weather from the Khareef monsoon season.
- Experts warn the spill could cause long-lasting environmental damage even after cleanup.
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