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.