Whiddy Island

Local nameWhiddy Island
LocationIreland

Whiddy Island is an island near the head of Bantry Bay, Ireland. It is approximately 5.6 km long and 2.4 km wide. The topography comprises gently-rolling glacial till, with relatively fertile soil. As late as 1880 the island had a resident population of around 450, mainly engaged in fishing and small-scale farming, but today the population has reduced to approximately 20 people. Previously home to Whiddy Island Naval Air Station the island is noted for its oil terminal facilities – and the related Whiddy Island Disaster.

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Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whiddy_Island

Coordinates 51°41'24.401" N -9°30'7.709" E

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