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Philippine Oil Spill Threatens Fishing Villages After Tanker Sinks

Efforts to contain the spill continue as authorities work to offload remaining fuel from the sunken vessel.

  • MT Terra Nova sank off Manila Bay, carrying 1.4 million liters of industrial fuel oil.
  • The spill has reached nearby fishing villages, impacting local livelihoods.
  • Philippine Coast Guard reports minimal oil leakage after sealing leaking valves.
  • Salvage operations are set to begin transferring fuel to prevent further environmental damage.
  • False social media posts have circulated, showing unrelated burning ships near Singapore.
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