The Department of Environment is investigating an alleged chemical spill into the Walu bay creek area causing water decolourisation.

Assistant Minister for the Office of the Prime Minister Sakiusa Tubuna said tests are being conducted to assess the impacts of the spill on the surrounding environment.

The Fiji Sun established that an ink spill from a shipping company container yard caused the whole decolourisation.

Last night the Ministry of Health and Medical Services issued an advisory to the public about the incident.

Ministry of Health

In a statement, the health ministry said their team conducted an initial inspection and identified the leak of a chemical dye from a private company located in the vicinity.

“According to the information received, the leaked chemical resulted from a ruptured drum from the company site, which ultimately found its way into the river,” the statement said.

“The company had promptly reported the incident to the Ministry of Environment last night.

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