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A non-routine discharge of a noxious liquid substance or residue is made at sea. What reports should be made?

(1) A Harmful Substances (HS) Report, as described in MGN 242, to the nearest coast radio station or coastguard station; (2) a report to the MAIB of possible serious harm to the environment; (3) a report to the owners and time charterers (if any).

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