Placentia Bay has a long history as a center for both fishing and industry, being home to both a shipyard and to oil facilities. There is also the possibility that the substance may have crossed a long distance from another point before finally washing ashore (1). Aerial view of Placentia Bay, Newfoundland, Canada. Chemist Identifies Mystery ‘Blobs’ Washing Up in Newfoundland. Placentia Bay.

Source: CBC News November 22, 2024 14:44 UTC