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New satellite imagery shows multiple oil spills in the Persian Gulf following strikes on oil facilities and ships linked to Iran and its adversaries, raising alarms of an environmental catastrophe that could harm marine life, coastal livelihoods, and desalination plants as cleanup remains challenging amid ongoing conflict.
Belle Fourche Pipeline Company and Bridger Pipeline LLC have agreed to pay a $12.5 million civil penalty to resolve claims under the Clean Water Act and pipeline safety laws related to oil spills in Montana and North Dakota. The companies will also implement compliance measures to prevent future spills, including control room operation requirements, employee training, and updating their integrity management program. The settlement aims to protect public health, safety, and the environment, and holds the companies accountable for their significant oil spills.