Agencies Continue to Monitor for Oil Sightings
Progress in Oil Clean-up Near Pulau Bukom: Monitoring Continues
The clean-up of an oil spill in the channel between Pulau Bukom and Bukom Kechil is progressing well. Workers focus on clearing the remaining oil trapped within containment booms in the channel. These booms act like barriers, preventing oil from spreading further. In addition, the cleaning of stained rocks and other infrastructure in the area is expected to be finished in the next few days.
As of 3 PM Singapore time, no new oil sightings have been reported either at sea or along the shorelines. This shows that the situation is now under control.
The national water agency (PUB) has been carefully checking the seawater quality near desalination plants to ensure clean water supplies. So far, the readings show that the seawater is safe, and there are no changes in quality.
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Officials also confirmed that no fish farms in the area have been harmed by the spill. This is a relief for local businesses that rely on aquaculture.
Even though things are looking better, government agencies will keep a close watch on the situation for any more signs of oil. Their goal is to ensure the sea stays clean and no further harm is caused to the environment.
