Evidence of oil seeping from the wrecked vessel can be seen in images taken on Monday, raising fears of the environmental impact, says an article published in SkyNews.
Worst ecological disaster
Large oil slick
A large oil slick surrounding the damaged container ship in Sri Lanka has been captured in satellite images.
Began to sink
The X-Press Pearl began to sink on 2 June after a fire broke out on board. The ship was laden with chemicals.
The incident has been described as Sri Lanka’s “worst marine ecological disaster”.
Images showing dead turtles washing ashore and beaches covered in plastic pellets have emerged as authorities issued a ban on fishing in the area.
Hundred metres long slick
Now, satellite images reveal a huge oil slick has poured into the water surrounding the damaged vessel.
