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Saturday, November 21, 2009 10:43 PM

Published 11/02/2009 by Environmental Expert


Australian oil spill report confirms need for long term environmental plan

Source: Australian Government

An independent marine scientists' report into the environmental effects of the Montara oil spill says a systematic, long-term monitoring effort is the only way to ascertain the true impacts of the spill on the region's biodiversity. This supports the Government's...

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"This survey report confirms a large diversity of wildlife in the region. It finds there isn't enough information to make conclusions about impacts on birds and marine life in the region, so the marine biologists have recommended a 'systematic, long-term monitoring effort' - which is exactly what will be done" Mr Garrett said
Australian oil spill report confirms need for long term environmental plan [Environmental Expert - 11/02/2009]
"Since the spill was first reported, my Department has developed and implemented a plan of action to help any wildlife affected by the oil spill in Commonwealth waters. This plan was developed by an expert in oiled wildlife and includes measures for treating any wildlife found that might be affected by oil at Ashmore and Cartier marine reserves."
Australian oil spill report confirms need for long term environmental plan [Environmental Expert - 11/02/2009]
"Water sampling and other environmental monitoring also continues in the region of the oil spill but as I have said repeatedly I remain very concerned about this spill and the long term impacts on the environment. I am certainly very anxious to see this spill stopped quickly and safely" Mr Garrett said
Australian oil spill report confirms need for long term environmental plan [Environmental Expert - 11/02/2009]

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