Oil Tarballs Wash Ashore at Pointe-d’Esny | Mauritius News

Mauritius News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 3, 2026 · 1m

Oil tarballs and plaques washed ashore at Pointe-d’Esny beach on September 2, 2026, prompting a swift environmental response. Though no oil slick was found in the water, officials suspect the contamination came from ship bilge or ballast water, which hardens when exposed to waves. This isn’t the first time — authorities are following their National Oil Spill Contingency Plan, deploying the Special Mobile Force to remove the hazardous material. Collected tarballs will be transported to La Chaumière’s specialized facility for safe disposal, while ongoing monitoring ensures the situation doesn’t…