The number of major oil spills (those greater than 700 tonnes) from tankers, combined carriers and barges has decreased drastically; between 1970 and 1979 there were an average of 24.5 accidental oil spills per year (excluding those resulting from acts of war). Between 2010 and 2014 there was an average of 1.8 major oil spills per year. (http://bit.ly/1O9JKIk)
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April 21, 2015
