Crude oil pipeline bursts in Karachi’s DHA Phase VI, repair work underway
The Sindh Environmental Protection Agency (Sepa) on Sunday issued a public safety and environmental advisory after a crude oil pipeline operated by National Refinery Limited (NRL) burst in Karachi’s DHA Phase VI, according to a statement issued by the provincial government’s Information Department. According to Sepa, the leak occurred on Khayaban-e-Sehar, Street 13, at around 10:30pm on Saturday.…
A crude oil pipeline operated by National Refinery Limited (NRL) burst in Karachi’s DHA Phase VI on Saturday night, causing a significant environmental concern, according to a statement from the Sindh Environmental Protection Agency (Sepa). The leak occurred on Khayaban-e-Sehar, Street 13, around 10:30pm, with the NRL response team reaching the site by midnight to initiate containment and clean-up operations.
Over 20 drums of leaked oil have been collected so far. Excavation work is underway to pinpoint the exact point of the leak and halt it completely. Environment Secretary Faisal Uqaili has directed authorities to ensure the immediate removal and safe disposal of contaminated soil, sand, and sludge, in line with environmental laws.
Fresh sand will be placed at the site post-remedial work. Sepa is continuing to monitor the situation, urging residents to stay away from the affected area and report any further leakage.
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