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TotalEnergies Oil Leak in Donges Pollutes 500 m² of Loire River; Floating Barriers Deployed

Nov 24, 2024, 11:45 AM

A crude oil leak has been detected at the TotalEnergies refinery in Donges, Loire-Atlantique, resulting in pollution affecting an area of approximately 500 square meters of the Loire River. The leak has been contained in part, according to the Loire-Atlantique prefecture. Efforts are underway to permanently seal the leak, with floating barriers deployed in the river to mitigate the impact of the spill. The situation is currently being monitored, and the leak has been reported as under control.