Oil spill in Trinidad pushes government to hire foreign experts to contain, remove capsized barge
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A barge that capsized off the coast of Trinidad and Tobago, causing an oil spill, has forced the closure of at least two schools and a national emergency declaration.
The spill occurred nearly two weeks ago, prompting the government to declare a national emergency and forcing the closure of at least two schools.
Divers are expected to find and plug leaks on the overturned barge while crews deploy an underwater oil-detection system, officials said. In addition, the government hired a remote operated vehicle to help with the ongoing work.
Officials said the crews and equipment are expected to arrive starting Tuesday.
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