What would be the environmental effects to fish and sea life if there is a release of LNG into the ocean?
There has never been a significant LNG cargo release in the 40 years since LNG has been transported via ocean-going vessel. However, vaporizing LNG is not soluble in water and any liquid released on the ocean would quickly evaporate, so no possibility exists of water contamination. LNG is non-toxic and it does not enter into any chemical reactions unless it is ignited. Even if it is ignited on the water, it would quickly burn off. Direct physical contact with LNG might cause injury due to the very cold temperature, but there would not be any long-term residual toxic or harmful effects.
