1. Oil pollution happens when oil spills into water or land.

2. It often comes from ships, oil tankers, or drilling accidents.

3. It harms sea animals like fish, turtles, and birds.

4. It also damages plants in the water and along the shore.

5. Cleaning up oil spills is very difficult and expensive.

6. Birds can’t fly or stay warm when their feathers are covered in oil.

7. Oil spreads quickly and pollutes large areas.

8. Oil pollution can also come from factories or waste dumped on land.

9. It causes long-term damage to ecosystems and coastlines.

10. People can help by using less oil and protecting the environment.