Fear of environmental disaster in the sea east of Russia

The environmental organization Greenpeace warns that an environmental catastrophe may be taking place in the area. According to the organization, the sea has changed color and smell. Hundreds of sea creatures, including seals, squid and sea urchins, have been washed up on a beach often visited by tourists in the area.

Regional authorities have tested the seawater and found higher than usual levels of phenol and petroleum products.

Experts are now investigating whether this can be linked to toxic emissions, Governor Vladimir Solodov said in a statement. He says the inspectors will now investigate whether two military test areas on the peninsula could be the source.

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