Tanker Capsizing Causes Oil Spill in Philippines

A tanker carrying industrial fuel capsized off the coast of the Philippines, leaving one crew member missing and causing an oil spill. Dispatches to manage the spill are delayed due to adverse weather conditions, as confirmed by Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista.

A tanker carrying industrial fuel capsized off the coast of the Philippines early Thursday morning, resulting in an oil spill and one crew member missing, according to the country's transportation minister.

"There is already oil spill. Right now, we cannot dispatch our resources because of strong winds and high waves," Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista said during a situation briefing.