Contaminant Collection

Modern Wonders, 1938: Cleaning Air by Electricity (colour photo)
8659915 Modern Wonders, 1938: Cleaning Air by Electricity (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cleaning Air by Electricity)

Biohazard symbol and virus. Computer artwork of the symbol for a biohazard (red) superimposed on a virus (blue). A biohazard is an organism or biological substance that is harmful to human health

Seabird rescue, contaminated Northern Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis) adult, being tube fed by people, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea

Seabird rescue, contaminated Arctic Skua (Stercorarius parasiticus) dark phase, adult, being treated, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea

Seabird rescue, cleaned Common Guillemot (Uria aalge) adult, winter plumage, being released by RSPCA West Hatch staff after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea

Seabird rescue, contaminated Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus) adult, being cleaned by person, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea

Seabird rescue, contaminated Common Guillemot (Uria aalge) being collected by RSPCA officer and loaded into van, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea

Razorbill (Alca torda) adult, winter plumage, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea, affecting waterproof coating and ability to float, Chesil Beach, Dorset

Common Guillemot (Uria aalge) dead adult, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea, affecting waterproof coating and ability to float, Chesil Beach, Dorset, England

Industrial smokestack venting hot flue gases

Medical waste disposal. Nurse placing a used intravenous drip catheter into a sharps disposal box. Medical waste must be disposed of carefully to prevent contamination of the hospital or

Bacteria contamination, TEM
Bacteria contamination. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a group of bacteria that have contaminated the growth medium in a cell culture plate

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"Devastating Consequences: The Aftermath of the 2007 Oil Spill in San Francisco" In November 2007, a catastrophic oil spill near Fort Point resulted in road closures and left a trail of contamination that would have far-reaching effects. Among the most affected were the seabirds, whose lives hung in the balance as they struggled to survive amidst the polluted waters. Rescue efforts were launched to save these magnificent creatures from certain demise. The sight of dedicated individuals tube-feeding a contaminated Northern Fulmar or treating an Arctic Skua dark phase adult was both heart-wrenching and inspiring. These selfless acts demonstrated humanity's unwavering commitment to protecting our fragile ecosystem. The Common Guillemot, with its winter plumage stained by oil, became a symbol of resilience as it underwent meticulous cleaning by caring hands. Each bird represented hope for restoration and recovery, their feathers gradually regaining their natural luster. A remarkable scene unfolded as people diligently worked together to cleanse a contaminated Northern Gannet from head to toe. Every stroke brought them closer to redemption, erasing traces of pollution that threatened this majestic creature's existence. Cream applied gently around the eyes of another Common Guillemot served not only as treatment but also as a soothing balm for wounded souls witnessing this environmental tragedy unfold before their eyes. It was an act infused with compassion and determination—a small gesture that carried immense significance. The RSPCA officers played an integral role in collecting these distressed birds along beaches strewn with sorrowful casualties like washed ashore Razorbill adults tainted by polyisobutene oil additive at sea. Their tireless efforts ensured no life went unnoticed or unaccounted for—each rescue mission becoming a lifeline for those on the brink of despair. As each rescued seabird was carefully loaded into vans destined for rehabilitation centers, there remained glimmers of hope amid desolation—an affirmation that even amidst the darkest of times, humanity's capacity for compassion and restoration could prevail.