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PCG collects 6.3K liters of oil from Oriental Mindoro slick
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has collected over 6,303 liters of oily water mixture and 56 sacks of contaminated materials offshore since March 1 as part of its response to the Oriental Mindoro oil spill.
In addition to offshore collections, the PCG gathered 1,071 sacks and 22 drums of oil-contaminated materials from shorelines in 13 affected barangays.
The oil spill originated from the motor tanker Princess Empress, which was carrying 800,000 liters of industrial fuel oil when it sank on February 28 due to rough seas.
The sunken tanker lies 400 meters deep, posing a challenge for divers to reach.
Oriental Mindoro Governor Humerlito Dolor reported that approximately 100,000 residents have been affected by the spill.
Governor Dolor also noted that 122 residents have experienced health issues, including respiratory problems, vomiting, and diarrhea, attributed to the oil spill's effects.
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