Singapore, 16 June 2024 –WWF is deeply concerned by the recent oil spill at the Pasir Panjang Terminal. The incident on Friday has significantly impacted marine and coastal ecosystems, with oil washing up on the coastlines of East Coast Park, Sentosa, and other areas.
Oil spills degrade water quality and threaten marine ecosystems by causing habitat loss and contaminating vital resources. They also harm marine life through physical smothering, suffocation, and chemical toxicity, disrupting key species and habitats.
WWF commends the swift response of authorities and local community groups in Singapore. We have extended our offer of support and will continue to monitor the situation. This incident highlights the critical link between healthy ecosystems and human well-being, emphasising the need for coordinated inter-agency and community strategies to prevent future incidents.
Together, we must protect our precious marine resources.
For more media inquiries, please contact:
| Ng Si Han Brand & Communications hng@wwf.sg +65 9185 8807 | Hazel Xu Head, Brand & Communications hxu@wwf.sg |
About WWF-Singapore
WWF is one of the world’s largest and most respected independent conservation organisations. WWF’s mission is to stop the degradation of the earth’s natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature.
As one of WWF’s international hubs, WWF-Singapore supports a global network spanning over 100 countries. We work to meet key conservation goals, such as tackling deforestation and illegal wildlife trade, as well as promoting food security, sustainable finance, and sustainable consumption. For more information, visit wwf.sg.
