The MT Princess Empress, which sank three weeks ago with its cargo of 800,000 liters of industrial fuel oil, has been found, officials said Tuesday, as the slick reached waters known for their rich marine life.
TANKER FOUND.
The national disaster agency said the ROV would assess the hull’s condition before a decision was made about how to “control the spill from its source.” Galvez said his United States counterpart, Lloyd Austin, gave his word that the US is committed to provide aid to the country through its humanitarian assistance and disaster response team.
Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Loyzaga said previously that the area was “globally recognized” for its marine biodiversity. Tens of thousands of people have been affected by the spill, with scores falling ill. The government is distributing food packs and other assistance. Only one person has been admitted to hospital for aggravated asthma, but he has since been discharged.Office of Civil Defense Administrator Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno said it would be advantageous for the government to buy an ROV, worth about P40 million, so that the country would have the capability to respond to such disasters.
Under President Marcos’ directive, different government agencies are carrying out programs aimed at assisting the local population affected by the oil spill. Among the experts who arrived in the Philippines are five members of the US Coast Guard Pacific Strike Team.
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