The Federal Government says any possible impact from an oil leak in the Timor Sea, off Western Australia’s north-west coast, will be addressed.
Crude oil and gas have been flowing into the sea from the West Atlas rig for more than a fortnight.
A rig, which has been sent from Singapore to drill a relief well to stop the flow of oil, is expected to arrive on Thursday.
The Government expects it will take about a month to stop the leak.
The Federal Environment Minister, Peter Garrett, says nearby marine reserves are not under immediate threat, but possible impacts on wildlife and the environment are being addressed.
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