Abu Dhabi: The UAE's Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has reported a significant decline in marine pollution following an oil spill from the tanker GEM NO. 2, confirming that the leak has been stopped at its source while containment and clean-up operations continue.

The ministry said technical teams were continuing field surveys, monitoring and clean-up operations in affected coastal areas, working closely with the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), and relevant federal and local authorities.

According to satellite images available as of Friday, October 30, the oil slick was concentrated off the coast of Umm Al Quwain, extending partially towards coastal areas in Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman and Sharjah.

The ministry said efforts to contain the pollution and address its environmental impact were primarily using mechanical recovery methods, alongside chemical dispersants applied in accordance with international standards and…