Summary:
- In 1996, the oil tanker Sea Empress ran aground off the coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales, causing a major oil spill that impacted the local environment and wildlife.
- The spill led to significant changes in shipping regulations and response procedures, including the creation of the Milford Haven Port Authority to better manage maritime incidents.
- The disaster highlighted the importance of proper safety measures and emergency planning to minimize the impact of such events, and the long-term effects on the local ecosystem are still being studied today.