Mauritius Rushes to Contain Oil Spill Before Ship Breaks Apart

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By Jordan DavidsonAug 12, 2020, 11:33 am285 ptsTrending
The tiny island nation of Mauritius, known for its turquoise waters, vibrant corals and diverse ecosystem, is in the midst of an environmental catastrophe after a Japanese cargo ship struck a reef off the country's coast two weeks ago. That ship, which is still intact, has since leaked more than 1,000 metric…

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