UAE: Efforts continue to contain the impact of an oil spill on the shores of Umm Al Quwain

The Municipality of Ajman in the United Arab Emirates announced on Friday that it is continuing, in coordination with relevant authorities, its field efforts to contain the effects of an oil spill that has affected the emirate’s shores and to mitigate its impacts on the marine environment and coastal areas. The municipality stated via its account on the social media platform X that the efforts include monitoring the environmental situation, cordoning off affected areas to limit the spread of pollution, and supporting cleanup and remediation operations to help protect marine habitats and natural resources. It added that work teams are intensifying monitoring and follow-up along coastal areas to assess the environmental impacts of the spill and take appropriate measures in light of developments. The municipality reaffirmed its continued coordination and follow-up with competent authorities, and its support for efforts to address the spill’s impacts, protect the marine environment and coastlines, and preserve their sustainability.