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Oil Spills and Environmental Health
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Offshore Drilling Leaks
Chronic leakage can lead to persistent environmental contamination, harming marine and coastal organisms and potentially causing respiratory issues in nearby populations.
Pipeline Ruptures
Terrestrial and freshwater habitats can be affected, leading to the destruction of plant life and potential drinking water contamination.
Tanker Accidents
Large-scale marine pollution, devastating ocean ecosystems, and affecting human health through the seafood chain.
Operational Discharges
Consistent small-scale pollution that accumulates over time, threatening marine life, affecting the reproductive systems of fish, and causing subtle but widespread ecological impact.
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