How much many oil spills have there been you the past 5 years?

Over the past five years, there have been numerous oil spills globally, though the exact number can vary significantly by source and definition of "spill." Major incidents, such as the 2020 Mauritius oil spill and the 2021 Gulf of Mexico spill, highlight ongoing environmental challenges. Smaller spills often occur frequently, but comprehensive tracking of all incidents is difficult. Estimates suggest hundreds of spills annually, but precise numbers depend on reporting standards and geographical focus.