People are being urged to avoid swimming in the water
A major incident has been declared at a harbour following an oil spill. Oil has leaked from the Wytch Farm oil field, in Dorset, into water and the surrounding area.
Dorset Police has urged people not to swim in the harbour or any nearby water 'until further notice'. Coun Philip Broadhead, leader of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, says the leak has been 'contained' but work will be taking place to assess any implications from the incident.In a post shared on Twitter, he said: "I am writing to advise of an emerging situation in our area.
"We are liaising closely as part of long-established mechanisms with a variety of parties as this situation unfolds." He added: "A major incident has been declared which results in all relevant partner agencies working closely together.
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