Tag: Maritime pollution
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Health Effects of Oil Spills: Environmental and Human Impact Analysis
The health effects of oil spills represent one of the most serious environmental concerns in maritime pollution events. When petroleum products enter marine environments—whether through tanker accidents, pipeline failures, or deliberate attacks—they create a complex web of health effects that can persist for years or even decades. These health effects of oil spills harm both…
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Black Sea Oil Spill 2024: Causes, Impacts & Cleanup Efforts
The December 2024 oil spill in the Black Sea released thousands of tons of toxic mazut when two aging Russian tankers broke apart during a storm. The thick oil harmed thousands of birds and dozens of dolphins while contaminating miles of coastline. Volunteer cleanup efforts face ongoing challenges as oil continues washing ashore months later.…
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“Eurobulk Ltd. Faces $1.125 Million Fine and Probation for Environmental Crimes: A Wake-Up Call for Maritime Compliance”
Eurobulk Ltd. Faces Legal Consequences for Environmental Violations Legal Consequences and Probation Eurobulk Ltd., a Greek shipping company, has been ordered to pay a $1.125 million criminal fine and serve four years of probation for violating the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships (APPS) and falsifying records during a port call in Corpus Christi. The…