The oil spill from the MT Terra Nova is anticipated to reach the shores of Metro Manila by the early hours of July 30, according to a forecast model by the UP Marine Science Institute (MSI). The oil spill, first detected on July 27, has been monitored closely through satellite imagery and advanced modeling techniques.
Based on the oil spill trajectory model, the slick is projected to reach several coastal areas at the following times:
– **Noveleta, Rosario, Tanza:** July 29, 2024, 8:00 AM
– **Naic:** July 29, 2024, 9:30 AM
– **Ternate:** July 29, 2024, 1:00 PM
– **Metro Manila:** July 30, 2024, 1:00 AM
These projections are derived from the General NOAA Operational Modeling Environment (GNOME), which uses surface velocity fields from the Global Ocean Physics Analysis and Forecast and surface winds from the National Center for Environmental Prediction Global Forecast System.
Local authorities and response teams are on high alert as the oil spill approaches populated and environmentally sensitive areas. The anticipated impact on Metro Manila, a densely populated region, has prompted preparations to mitigate potential environmental and public health hazards.
Residents in the affected coastal areas are advised to stay informed through official channels and avoid contact with contaminated water.
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