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Definition

DefGEMET: The disaster caused by the dumping and accidental spillage of oil into waterways from ships and land-based or offshore installations. Oil pollution may destroy or damage aquatic life and wildlife such as birds, contaminate water supplies and create fire hazards. (Source: GILP96)

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oil disaster

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de

GEMETID5831

Change Notes

Initial version
on 2007-02-11
Last change
on 2007-02-11