Libya refinery leaks naphtha after drone collision; municipality demands probe

A drone collision with a naphtha tank at the Zawia Oil Refinery in Libya has prompted calls for an immediate investigation and accountability from the Municipality of North Zawia. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, resulted in a leak of untreated naphtha that was subsequently contained.

The Zawiya Refinery Company reassured the public that its personnel successfully stopped the leakage and that there were no fires or injuries. However, the Municipality of North Zawia issued a statement demanding several actions. These include an official and urgent investigation into the drone incident, identification of the drone's origin and operator, and holding responsible parties accountable for negligence.

The municipality also called for a technical and environmental assessment of the damage caused by the naphtha leak. Furthermore, they stressed the need for measures to ensure citizens' safety and protect the surrounding environment. Securing the refinery and vital facilities to prevent future accidents was also highlighted as a priority.

As of publication, neither Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba nor any government member had officially commented on or acknowledged the incident. The refinery itself reported the naphtha tank leak following the drone collision.