At least 42 thousand liters of oil have been poured into the Catvikhafen Canal, Kurgurger's port port, reports Bild Tabloid, citing firefighters.
Firefighters, police and local environmental authorities are at the scene to prevent the environmental catastrophe on Elba.
The outflow took place from the tank, which was located in the company specializing in the company specializing in the collection, transportation and maintenance of liquid remains from the oil distillation. The reasons for entering the river of the oil products are still unknown.
More than 90,000 cubic meters of water are contaminated. Emergency services are trying to prevent contaminated water from entering Elba's main flow using floating oil barriers. A police helicopter was also used to control the situation.
