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Environmental danger from grounded oil tanker off Oman

The grounded oil tanker "Caroline Bezengi" off an Omani island poses an environmental threat, as it is carrying 110,000 tons of crude oil.

Environmental danger from grounded oil tanker off Oman
Photo: Stefan-Mueller-climate · Openverse · BY

The oil tanker "Caroline Bezengi" is currently grounded off an Omani island. Estimates suggest that the ship is carrying 110,000 tons of crude oil, which has increased concerns among environmentalists.

A large oil slick is spreading around the ship, which could pose a significant threat to the environment. Environmentalists are expressing worries about the potential consequences of an oil spill.