seepage

Example Sentences

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For centuries, Lake Maracaibo’s environs were known for natural seepage of oil rising to the surface from sedimentary rock, a phenomenon also seen in sites like Los Angeles’ La Brea Tar Pits.

From Los Angeles Times

The science shows the pollution problem in Lough Neagh comes largely from agriculture, with some from wastewater processing, septic tank seepage and industrial pollution around the shores.

From BBC

The accident took place after a slab of concrete covering seepage on the roof slipped and fell off.

From BBC

The samples are more characteristic of “freshly produced” oil typical of natural seepage, according to officials.

From Seattle Times

March 11, 2024An earlier version of this article stated that a Coast Guard official said the oil spill was caused by natural seepage from the ocean floor off Huntington Beach.

From Los Angeles Times