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Singapore's Oil Spill Clean-Up to Last Three Months

Efforts focus on removing oil from beaches and complex terrains to ensure safety and environmental protection.

  • Over 700 personnel deployed to clean oil from affected beaches since June 14 spill.
  • 550 tonnes of oil-soaked sand and debris removed from public beaches.
  • 3,400 meters of booms used to prevent further contamination.
  • Next clean-up phase targets hard-to-reach areas like rock bunds and breakwaters.
  • Final phase will involve volunteers to help speed up beach reopening.
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