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Marine scientists see slick near world-famous Coron
Satellite imagery from April 2 detected possible oil slick traces near Coron Island, Palawan, but the local government has yet to confirm any sightings.
The UP Marine Science Institute (UPMSI) noted it is undetermined if these slicks, measuring approximately 19 kilometers in length and 3 kilometers in width, originated from the sunken MT Princess Empress or other sources.
Coron's disaster risk reduction and management office head Fernando Lopez stated that authorities have not monitored any oil traces in the town's waters based on patrols and reports from officials and fishers.
The UPMSI had previously noted that weaker winds could allow for thicker slick formation.
The MT Princess Empress sank on February 28, carrying 800,000 liters of industrial fuel and has impacted Oriental Mindoro, Antique, and Palawan, affecting 173,468 people.
Coron authorities have requested an aerial survey for further validation and are prepared in case the spill reaches their town.
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The oil spill from the sunken MT Princess Empress has reached the towns of Baco and San Teodoro in Oriental Mindoro, which are located along the significant marine area of the Verde Island Passage.
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The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) expects the results of its investigation into the construction of the MT Princess Empress to be released by mid-to-late April.
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The US government-contracted vessel Pacific Valkyrie arrived at Subic Bay, Zambales, to assist in the ongoing oil spill containment operations in Oriental Mindoro.
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