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Title:Saudi Arabia: Us Military Says Iraq Is Dumping Oil Into The Gulf Creating A Massive Slick
Date:26th January 1991
Summary:The United States military said on January 26 that Iraq was dumping oil into the sea from Kuwait's al-Ahmadi terminal, causing a slick which was 48 km (30 miles) long and 14 km (8 miles) wide. The growing slick was threatening the region's drinking water, which is largely obtained through desalination of sea water. Environmental scientists said wildlife could be affected for years to come.
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Location:SAUDI ARABIA RIYADH DHAHRAN KHAFIJ AT SEA
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