The images of the oil spill caused by an explosion in a power barge stationed in Lapuz, Iloilo City on July 3, 2020 brought back images of similar incidents in Guimaras, Estancia, Iloilo and Semirara, Antique. For UP-Visayas Prof. Rex Sadaba, one the leading expert in oil spills in the country, containing the spill is key to preventing further damages to the environment and communities. Sadaba, a faculty member of the UPV Biosciences Division, said he expects oil sheens and sludges to reach other areas outside of Bo. Obrero, Lapuz where the power barge operated by the Ayala-owned AC Energy Philippines is stationed.

Angelo, F. A. L. (2020, July 6). Containment and retrieval are a must - oil spill expert. Daily Guardian, pp. 1, 10.