Local officials prioritize protecting the mangrove-rich area of Lac Bay after an oil spill from a capsized vessel, detected by Trinidad and Tobago's Coast Guard on Feb. 7. Authorities report ongoing oil leakage, underscoring environmental concerns.
Emergency crews in Trinidad and Tobago are working urgently to address a large oil spill caused by an unidentified vessel grounding near the Caribbean island. The incident poses a threat to Carnival tourism in the region.