Corals, beaches in Thailand’s Ao Prao still unharmed by oil spill

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Photo: Department of Marine and Coastal Resources

 

Shallow corals in Ao Prao and nearby areas remain unharmed by the recent oil spill, as does the sea life, according to divers from the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources.

 

The divers have inspected the shallow corals within the bay, which is about 300 metres wide, and coral reefs in deep water in the outer areas of the bay, as well as marine species. They have found no oil traces on the surface of the corals.

 

Meanwhile, Chief of the Khao Laem Ya-Mu Ko Samet National Park Thawat Jenkarn led officials on a land based inspection along the beaches of Ao Prao. He said that no traces of oil have been found, except for some unidentified black patches, some of which were collected and sent for tests.

 

Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/corals-beaches-in-thailands-ao-prao-still-unharmed-by-spilt-oil/

 

-- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-02-01

 

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