What's the situation? A stricken ship has leaked over 1,000 tons of oil over the coast of Mauritius. Experts fear that the ship may soon break in half, which could have devastating effects on the surrounding environment.
How did it happen? It is believed that harsh weather conditions caused the leak.
Who caused it? The cracked vessel, MV Wakashio, is operated by the Japanese Mitsui OSK Lines.
More facts The spill occurred near two environmentally protected marine ecosystems, as well as the Blue Bay Marine Park reserve. There are also mangrove plantations and well-known beaches nearby.
Threatened birds, captive fruit bats, and thousands of plants were removed from a nearby island, Ile aux Aigrettes by conservation activists.
Using technology to mitigate spills Human error is the leading cause for maritime accidents.
By integrating AI into the complicated world of global transportation, we can reduce and possibly even eliminate the risks associated with long-distance, heavy-duty shipping routes.
AI can…
- Use predictive analysis to prevent spills
- Expedite response-time
- Mitigate risks for clean-up efforts
Bottom line Using AI in shipping and clean-ups lessens the risk of future spills, and reduces the impact of existing disasters.
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