Russian Vessel Caught Dumping Oil in Waters Off Busan

A Russian cargo ship has been caught by the Coast Guard for leaking oil into the waters off Busan.

The Busan Coast Guard reported that it received a marine pollution report at around 3:00 PM on the 4th near Pier 5 of Gamcheon Port in Busan.

Coast Guard officers dispatched to the scene deployed 200 kg of oil-absorbent pads to carry out emergency containment operations.

After completing the cleanup work in five hours, the Coast Guard deployed a drone and confirmed that there was no further spread of oil or additional damage.

A Russian cargo ship, vessel A, was identified as the source of the oil spill.

According to the investigation, approximately 425 liters of marine gas oil leaked from the vessel.

The Coast Guard is investigating the exact circumstances of the oil leak with crew members and relevant parties from vessel A.
(Photo provided by Busan Coast Guard, Yonhap News)
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