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October 11, 2011

Oil Leak Off New Zealand Coast Described as Nation’s Worst-Ever Maritime Environmental Disaster 
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In environmental news, the oil leak off the coast of New Zealand is now
being described as the country's worst-ever maritime environmental
disaster. Last week, a cargo ship hit a reef causing a lengthy oil
slick. On Monday, the oil leak increased fivefold as rough weather
jostled the ship.



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