Oil spill poses danger to aquatic life, fishermen worried

Confirming the worst fears of environmentalists, scores of aquatic species and sea birds have been found dead along Mumbai coast, as a result of the oil spill off the city. Stranded amid the polluted waters, many more are reeling from injuries and infections. The local fishermen, who have been advised not to venture into the sea are worried since the oil spill and other items from the containers may harm the marine life on which they survive.