Weather Hinders Oil Extraction from Sunken MSC Elsa 3: A Maritime Challenge
The extraction of oil from the Liberian-flagged ship that sank off Kerala's coast faces delays due to monsoon conditions. The Directorate General of Shipping aims for safer operations, while salvage and clean-up efforts continue under challenging conditions. Environmental monitoring and handling of hazardous cargo are key focuses.
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The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) announced on Wednesday that adverse weather conditions continue to hamper oil extraction efforts from the sunken Liberian-flagged vessel off the Kerala coast. The ship, which sank last month, poses new environmental and logistical challenges as monsoon conditions prevail.
Current weather conditions provide only a short and inconsistent period for stable and secure oil recovery efforts, said the DGS. Despite this, no visible oil slicks have been observed in the vicinity, as confirmed by aerial surveillance conducted by the Indian Coast Guard.
Clean-up efforts are ongoing, with onshore and offshore initiatives working to mitigate environmental impact. The handling and disposal of plastic nurdles and other potentially hazardous materials remain a significant focus area, as stakeholders await a clearer operational window for comprehensive recovery efforts.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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