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Coast Guard mobilizes to contain diesel spill from sunken Zambales tugboat
The Philippine Coast Guard has deployed emergency response teams to prevent an environmental disaster after a diesel-laden tugboat sank off Zambales. The vessel was carrying approximately 15,000 liters of fuel when it went down during salvage operations.
LSN Philippines ·
The PCG dispatched oil spill response personnel and specialized equipment to Barangay Bangan in Botolan, Zambales, following the sinking of the tugboat SL Sual on Monday. The vessel, which was in the process of being salvaged after running aground days earlier, went down carrying around 15,000 liters of diesel fuel.
Authorities moved swiftly to contain potential environmental damage from the sunken vessel. The Coast Guard's response team focused on preventing diesel leakage that could impact marine ecosystems and coastal communities in the area.
The incident marks the latest maritime mishap in Philippine waters. Details on the cause of the vessel's sinking during salvage operations remain under investigation. The Coast Guard continued monitoring the site for any signs of fuel discharge and coordinated with relevant agencies to assess the situation.