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THTA PRESS RELEASE – OIL SPILL OFF SOUTH-EASTERN SIDE OF ISLAND
We as an association also stand ready to collaborate with our local authorities, environmental agencies, and other stakeholders to address and mitigate the effects of this unfortunate incident.
Re: OIL SPILL OFF SOUTH-EASTERN SIDE OF ISLAND
In response to the recent oil spill off the coast of Cove Estate, on the south-eastern side of the island, the Tobago Hotel & Tourism Association is deeply concerned about the environmental impact and potential consequences for our local communities and tourism industry.
The spill has the potential to raise significant environmental and economic challenges for Tobago. As such, we are actively monitoring the situation. We must commend the Tobago
Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) and other local authorities for their fast response and applaud their efforts to mitigate the effects that this oil spill can have on our eco system.
We as an association also stand ready to collaborate with our local authorities, environmental agencies, and other stakeholders to address and mitigate the effects of this unfortunate incident.
Our top priority is the safety and well-being of our community members, visitors, and the environment. We will maintain our communication with relevant authorities so that we are ready to provide support in any way possible to aid in the cleanup efforts.
While we acknowledge the potential impact on the local tourism industry, we remain steadfast in our commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism practices. We will work diligently to minimize disruptions to the travel experience for our guests while prioritizing the restoration and protection of our natural surroundings.
In the coming days as more information comes to hand, we will share said information with our membership and should the authorities call for additional hands to support the cleanup effort, we will encourage active participation. We encourage our industry partners, tourists, and residents to join hands in preserving the beauty of our coastal region.
Our thoughts are with those directly affected by this incident, and we extend our gratitude to the first responders and environmental agencies working tirelessly to contain and clean up the spill. We will continue to provide updates as the situation unfolds and pledge our ongoing commitment to the recovery and revitalization of our cherished coastal destination.
