After twin oil spills off its beaches, Sharjah warns vessels

After twin oil spills off its beaches, Sharjah warns vessels

In most of the oil spill cases, the pollution is caused by vessels discharging residue from their tanks before going into the port.





Authorities in Sharjah have warned of strict action against vessels violating environment regulations and causing oil spills.

Two recent oil spills off Khor Fakkan and Kalba beaches have impacted the marine ecosystem and affected the livelihood of fishermen. They have also led to swimming ban on Kalba beach, which was covered with black sludge.

Hana Saif Al Suwaidi, chairperson of the Environment And Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), said: "The EPAA, in collaboration with the police, municipal bodies, the coast guard and Bee'ah, has managed to contain the oil spill on the two beaches in Sharjah successfully. These spills could have spelt more disaster on the environment and marine life."

In most of the oil spill cases, the pollution is caused by vessels discharging residue from their tanks before going into the port.

Al Suwaidi added that the ships causing the environmental violations have been strictly dealt with. "Awareness of ship crews is being raised. Immediate measures are being taken and the public has been asked not to venture into the sea. We are making huge efforts to restore the