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Trinidad and Tobago assured that the oil spill denounced by Venezuela was contained

The government of Trinidad and Tobago reported that the oil spill denounced by Venezuela was quickly contained, with no visible evidence of damage in the water.

Trinidad and Tobago assured that the oil spill denounced by Venezuela was contained

TL;DR

  • Trinidad and Tobago asserts that an oil spill, which Venezuela claims originated there and caused significant environmental damage, has not been visibly detected.
  • Minister Roodal Moonilal stated that inspections revealed no hydrocarbon remnants on the water's surface.
  • The spill, estimated at 10 barrels, was detected on May 1st by the Heritage company and immediately addressed with emergency protocols and chemical dispersants.
  • Repairs were completed on May 1st, and the affected system returned to service the following day.
  • Trinidad and Tobago is communicating with Venezuelan authorities, who have demanded compliance with international environmental law and reparation for damages.