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Birds return to waterfowl park after oil spill
BBC • • world
Key Points:
- Resident birds have returned to Broughshane Waterfowl Park in County Antrim after an oil spill caused the death of 13 birds and forced the park to close temporarily.
- The spill resulted from vandalism to a nearby home heating oil tank, leaking approximately 44 gallons (200 litres) of oil into the pond area.
- Over 20 birds were taken to the USPCA headquarters for urgent care, with many requiring washing and treatment due to contamination.
- The Northern Ireland Environment Agency has been involved in cleanup efforts, removing most of the oil and reducing the environmental impact.
- Although some pens remain closed for safety, about 10-12 birds, including black swans and Nenes, have safely returned to the park.
