Accidents & Tragedies

North Cape oil spill from tugboat Scandia

An engine fire on the tugboat Scandia led to a significant oil spill when it was forced ashore at Moonstone Beach, South Kingstown, Rhode Island. The incident resulted in the release of over 800,000 gallons of oil into the surrounding waters, severely impacting marine life and the local ecosystem. Emergency responders quickly mobilized to contain the spill, but the environmental damage would take years to assess and rehabilitate fully. The spill raised concerns over maritime safety and environmental protection regulations.

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