Chuuk Lagoon shipwreck starts leaking oilA state of emergency has been declared in the State of Chuuk after the Japanese shipwreck Rio de Janeiro Maru started leaking oil into the surrounding waters. Governor Alexander R Narruhn has requested assistance from Japan and the United States of America to help with dealing with the oil spill. Diver swims by the leaking oilA government spokesperson said: “It’s been about 80 years since these ships sank in Chuuk Lagoon after World War Two battles between the United States and Japan. “Hopefully now progress will be sped up to further reduce the devastation the leaking oil will have on not only to tourism, but to the livelihoods of the local people. Thanks to Odyssey Adventures, Truk Lagoon for documenting this.”Photo credit: Chuuk State Governor’s Office