Muscat (HRNW)- Oil leaking from a large tanker stranded off the coast of Oman has begun moving toward the shoreline, raising concerns about environmental pollution and potential damage to marine ecosystems.
According to Reuters, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) said the tanker Caroline Basengyi, which was carrying crude oil from Russia to Asia, became stranded off the coast of Oman, resulting in a significant oil spill into the sea.
An IMO spokesperson said the spilled oil was moving toward the northeastern coastal area of Al-Qiblia Island, with some of the oil reportedly reaching Omani territory.
Officials have activated contingency plans to respond to the spill and are closely monitoring the situation. Environmental experts have warned that a larger spill could threaten marine life, coastal ecosystems and fishing activities.
According to the IMO, the Caroline Basengyi became stranded off the coast of Oman on June 30 while carrying approximately 800,000 barrels of crude oil from Russia to Asia.
The tanker was located about 22 nautical miles from the Omani fishing village of Sharbitat when the incident occurred.
Authorities are assessing the extent of the oil spill, the level of coastal contamination and the measures required to contain it. The movement of oil toward the coastline has heightened concerns about potential damage to Oman’s coastal environment.
Oman’s coastline is an important area for maritime trade and fishing, and officials and environmental experts are closely monitoring the spill to prevent further spread and minimize its impact.
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