World · Singapore Bureau
Oil patches found in Singapore's southern waters; source under probe
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore has detected oil patches in the country's southern waters and launched an investigation into their origin. Aerial surveillance found no oil slicks near major coastal areas including West Coast, Sentosa, the Southern Islands, and East Coast.
LSN Singapore ·
Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) has identified oil patches in the nation's southern waters, prompting authorities to investigate the source of the contamination. The discovery marks the latest in a series of incidents affecting Singapore's marine environment.
According to the MPA, aerial surveillance operations detected no oil near several key locations, including West Coast, Sentosa, the Southern Islands, and East Coast. This suggests the patches are confined to specific areas within the southern waters.
The authority did not immediately disclose the extent of the contamination or the precise locations where the oil patches were spotted. Investigations are ongoing to determine whether the source is from a vessel, offshore facility, or other maritime activity.
Singapore's port and coastal waters are among the world's busiest shipping lanes, with hundreds of vessels transiting through daily. Environmental incidents in these waters are closely monitored due to potential impacts on marine life and nearby communities.
The MPA has not announced any public health warnings or beach closures at this time. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.