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WIOC to Conduct Oil Spill Response Drill on Thursday<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

West Indies Oil Company (WIOC) will carry out a simulated oil spill response exercise on Thursday, October 23, in collaboration with the National Office of Disaster Services (NODS) and the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Marine Services (ADOMS).<\/p>

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The drill, which will take place in the vicinity of the Sea Island Jetty, aims to test national preparedness, emergency coordination, and environmental protection measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WIOC said the exercise is part of its ongoing commitment to safeguarding the environment and ensuring operational readiness in the event of a real spill.<\/p>

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Residents and mariners in the area are advised that the activities are part of a controlled simulation.<\/p>

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