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- Title
Mapping pollution dynamics: utilizing GNOME to model oil spill trajectories in tanker terminals.
- Authors
Farzingohar, Mehrnaz; Bagheri, Milad; Gholami, Iraj; Ibrahim, Zelina Zaiton; Akhir, Mohd Fadzil
- Abstract
The aim of this study is to uncover the multifaceted environmental threats posed by Oil Spill Water Pollution (OSWP) originating from tanker terminals situated in the Qeshm and Hormozgan regions of Iran. In this region, water pollution arises from diverse sources, mostly from ruptured pipelines, corroded valves, unforeseen accidents, and aging facilities. The Qeshm Canal and Qeshm Tanker Terminal emerged as pivotal sites for investigation within this study. The focus is directed towards pinpointing vulnerable areas at risk of water contamination and delving into the intricate pathways and impacts associated with oil spills. Utilizing the sophisticated modeling capabilities of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) GNOME model, the research explores various scenarios extrapolated from seasonal atmospheric and oceanic data through 2022. The findings show the OSWP hazard zones located northeast of Qeshm. Notably, the wind and currents greatly affect how OSWPs are destined and dispersed. This underscores the intricate interplay between environmental factors and spill dynamics. In essence, this study not only sheds light on the imminent environmental threats posed by OSWP but also underscores the critical need for proactive measures and comprehensive strategies to mitigate the adverse impacts on marine ecosystems and coastal communities.
- Subjects
IRAN; HURMUZGAN (Iran); WATER pollution; TANKERS; POLLUTION; UNITED States. National Oceanic &; Atmospheric Administration; MARINE ecology; OIL spills; BLUE economy; OIL spill cleanup
- Publication
Environmental Science & Pollution Research, 2024, Vol 31, Issue 25, p37404
- ISSN
0944-1344
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1007/s11356-024-33506-4