Sentences with phrase «potential tanker spill»
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Some opponents may also exaggerate the potential for a public health catastrophe resulting from a spill in Vancouver harbour, as well as the effect of increased tanker traffic on the health of struggling Salish Sea orca populations.
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The proposed route for the oil tankers travels through Heiltsuk and Kitasoo Xai» xais» territory, and the potential of an oil spill along the tanker route places the Nations» very way of life at risk.
Gitxaala has filed evidence with the JRP to suggest that for them, the risks and effects of tanker traffic and a marine oil spill outweigh any potential economic benefits.
A number of First Nations have expressed serious concerns to the JRP about potential impacts to their rights from the project due to the pipeline, increased tanker traffic, and the risk of an oil spill that could devastate their traditional territories, waters and resources.
Wednesday's fuel spill ignited fears of greater catastrophe with a potential increase in tanker traffic on the West Coast.