Russia-appointed officials in Moscow-occupied Crimea have declared a regional emergency after oil was discovered on the shores of Sevastopol, the largest city on the peninsula. The oil spill originated from two tankers that were hit by storms in the Kerch Strait, located approximately 250 kilometers from Sevastopol in eastern Crimea.
The regional governor announced the emergency regime in Sevastopol, stating that oil was found on four beaches in the region but was promptly cleaned up by local authorities and volunteers. He emphasized that there is no widespread pollution along the coastline in Sevastopol.
