Lebanon, which had been making great strides in cleaning up and protecting its environment, is now becoming a toxic wasteland in the wake of Israel’s invasion. Over 15,000 tons of heavy fuel oil, almost half the size of the Exxon Valdez spill, have ruined over 50 miles of pristine coastline after spilling from a power plant hit by Israel. The slick threatens coastal wildlife and Lebanon’s entire fishing industry. Oil is being allowed to burn rather than having more of it fall into the ocean, causing massive amounts of air pollution as well.
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