Preliminary reports have found no change in the pH level of the ocean around Negombo Lagoon due to the impact of the Express Pearl shipwreck and sinking, according to the NARA Ocean Research Institute. They conduct regular inspections of marine resources and coastal areas across the country.
The above company was quoted by State Minister Kanchana Wijesekera saying that the results of special investigations into the seabed were awaited.
He also said that the Marine Environment Protection Authority has prepared a strategic plan in case of an oil spill from Express Pearl.
Boats and Booms and skimmers are being used around the suspected locations, and he says there are also emergency plans to clean up the entire coast using sprayers to disperse the oil.
