The Latest Breaking News from Poole

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A major incident has been declared after a leaky pipeline caused 200 barrels of oil “reservoir fluid” to spill into Poole Harbour in Dorset, south-west England. The oil was being transported from nearby Wytch Farm, which hosts western Europe’s largest onshore oil field.

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Area supports an abundance of species, from rare and endangered birds to seagrass meadows

Approximately 200 barrels of reservoir fluid - consisting of 85% water and 15% oil - were released after the leak occurred at the UK’s largest onshore oil field in Dorset

Pictures show the devastation at an important local wildlife spot following a oil spill in Poole, with one local politician saying he was 'angry and disappointed' at the potential damage

Anyone who came into contact with the spill in Poole in Dorset is urged to ‘wash immediately’

Members of the public have been warned not to swim in Poole Harbour after a major incident was declared when 200 barrels of fluid, including oil, leaked into the water.

‘Any spill is an extremely serious matter and a full investigation will be launched’ said a boss at gas firm Perenco