Oil spills from tankers occurred in various locations around the world in 2023. Here's a breakdown of where these incidents happened:
2023 Oil Spill Locations
| Region | Number of Spills |
|---|---|
| Asia | 4 |
| Africa | 2 |
| Europe | 2 |
| America | 1 |
The data provided is for confirmed spills from tankers with volumes. In 2023, there were a total of 9 such spills. Four of these incidents occurred in Asia, two in Africa, two in Europe, and one in America. This rate of oil spills is consistent with the average for the 2010s, with a decade average of 6.8 spills per year.
