39 litres of waste oil were dumped near Cheonghak Waterfront Park. Oil Spill Near Cheonghak Waterfront ParkThis incident took place on the morning of the 24th, close to Cheonghak Waterfront Park in Yeongdo-gu, Busan, where around 39 litres of waste oil were released into the ocean. Identification Through Drone and Sample AnalysisThe Busan Coast Guard utilised a drone to monitor the oil’s spread and track the vessel responsible for the spill. Cause Traced to Valve MalfunctionDuring their investigation, the coast guard initially faced challenges in pinpointing the exact source of the leak. Official StatementA Busan Coast Guard official stated, “This case is a representative success story combining the systematic investigation and relentless pursuit of Busan Coast Guard’s marine pollution response specialists,” adding, “We will continue to focus all our capabilities on protecting a clean and safe ocean.”Did you subscribe to our daily Newsletter?