Grounded cargo vessel off Monos Island leaking hydrocarbons, says FFOS
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June 11, 2025
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A cargo vessel grounded off Monos Island is said to be leaking hydrocarbons into the waters of the Chaguaramas Basin, raising fears of environmental damage and threats to livelihoods.
The Hein (IMO 6702284), carrying a load of bricks, reportedly ran aground early yesterday morning after its cargo shifted, destabilising the ship.
Environmental group Fishermen and Friends of the Sea (FFOS) has issued an urgent call for state agencies to activate the National Oil Spill Contingency Plan. They warned that hydrocarbons are leaking from the ship’s bilge into surrounding waters.
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