Fishing Vessel Carrying 40,000 Liters Diesel Oil Sinks Near Batangas
A fishing vessel carrying 40,000 liters of automotive diesel oil (ADO) sank off the coast of Lian town in Batangas province early Wednesday morning. The Philippine Coast Guard–District Southern Tagalog (PCG-DST) reported the incident occurred around 3 a.m., about 2.25 nautical miles (4 kilometers) from Barangay Luyahan, facing Nasugbu Bay.
The fishing vessel Unity World was fully submerged in the waters of Batangas, carrying the large quantity of automotive diesel oil when it went down. Fortunately, all 11 crew members escaped safely using floating devices and reached the shore without injury, sources said.
Safe Rescue and Crew Condition
Following the incident, the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) conducted health checks on the crew. Local officials confirmed that all crew members were in good condition and received prompt attention.
The crew shared that the Unity World had left Navotas Fish Port Pier 1 bound for Cuyo, Palawan, to collect marine products. Rough sea conditions near Fortune Island, close to Nasugbu, Batangas, forced the chief mariner to order an abandonment of ship around 2 a.m.
Response Efforts and Environmental Monitoring
At 3:53 a.m., PCG personnel from the Lian station inspected the Matabungkay shoreline area where the vessel sank. However, they were unable to launch boats due to rough sea conditions. The team continues to monitor the situation closely, sharing updates and coordinating with local government units and concerned agencies to ensure proper response and preparedness.
So far, no oil slicks or spills have been reported in the vicinity, easing environmental concerns for the moment. Authorities remain vigilant to prevent any potential harm to the marine ecosystem and local communities.
Officials emphasize their readiness to implement mitigation measures should the situation change. Continuous communication among agencies aims to safeguard both people and the environment in Batangas coastal waters.
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