On Sunday, March 3, the North Atlantic Kairos, an oil supply tanker, experienced an oil spill in Port aux Basques Harbour. As Marine Atlantic informed, officials have contained the oil spill, while a boom has also been deployed.
According to Marine Atlantic, it is now cooperating with the Canadian Coast Guard to conduct observation and response activities.
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In the meantime, North Atlantic is investigating the cause of the spill, which is not expected to impact Marine Atlantic’s crossings when weather conditions improve and operations resume.
Moreover, local media report that along with the Canadian Coast Guard, Transport Canada as well has joined in the investigation of the cause of the incident.
The ship left Port Aux Basques on March 5.
