⚠️ ⚓ NZ Navy ship HMNZS Manawanui sank off Upolu, Samoa (central South Pacific) on Oct 6 after striking reef. All 75 crew & passengers safe, but an ecological disaster unfolding.

Nearly 1000 tonnes of diesel onboard. Oil already washing ashore per social media reports. Immediate threat to marine life, local fishing & tourism.

https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/530082/nearly-1000-tonnes-of-diesel-on-sunken-manawanui

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