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Tuapse River contamination concerns

Locals in Tuapse, Russia, are concerned about the state of the river following a recent oil terminal fire and spill.

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Friday, 24 April 2026 at 12:59 UTC
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A fire at the marine oil terminal in the Russian port city of Tuapse has been extinguished, but the incident led to an oil spill contaminating the Tuapse River. Local residents are now reporting the river is in a critical state, expressing concern over potential environmental damage. While authorities claim there is no panic or further pollution, videos show locals questioning if the river is so contaminated it could be set on fire.
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