Environmental
Diesel spill pollutes Moselle near Mertert
An oil barrier blocks a diesel spill from Mertert harbour into the Moselle River as emergency teams investigate the leak.
On Sunday evening, a diesel leak from the harbour basin in Mertert polluted part of the Moselle River, triggering emergency measures and the temporary closure of the port. Firefighters installed an oil barrier at the harbour entrance to contain the contamination, which reportedly spread downstream as far as Oberbillig. The exact source of the leak and the volume of fuel released remain unknown as investigations continue. Authorities are monitoring water quality and wildlife impacts while determining long‑term remediation measures.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Mertert, Moselle River, Luxembourg
- Date added
- 2026-03-22 23:40 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-22 23:40 UTC
- Source
- RTL Today
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