Mexico recovers nearly 900 tons of hydrocarbons from Gulf beaches following spill

Mexican authorities have recovered nearly 900 tons of hydrocarbons from 48 beaches along the Gulf of Mexico, as part of extensive cleanup operations targeting recent hydrocarbon contamination, according to Lopez Doriga Digital. The affected areas span the states of Veracruz, Tabasco, and Campeche, where more than 3,365 personnel have been deployed in maritime, aerial, and onshore efforts.

The spill resulted from a combination of natural oil seeps near the Campeche Sound and a contained ship-origin spill in the port of Veracruz, officials clarified. Naval forces collected approximately 180 kilograms of hydrocarbons from the vessel CMA CGM Moliere, while scientists concluded that the primary source was natural seepage rather than pipeline leakage, reported El Financiero.

To enhance environmental monitoring and response capacity, President Claudia Sheinbaum announced the establishment of the Gulf of Mexico Observatory. This new body will coordinate scientific studies on spill causes and ecological impact, as well as develop improved institutional protocols, Lopez Doriga Digital detailed.

Pemex has contracted local fishermen and residents from Veracruz and Tabasco communities, such as Agua Dulce, Coatzacoalcos, and Paraíso, to participate in cleanup activities, as Aristegui Noticias noted. This community involvement supports ongoing remediation and highlights efforts to engage affected populations directly.

Authorities continue monitoring the ecological situation along the Gulf Coast and evaluating the effectiveness of cleanup strategies. Upcoming assessments by the Gulf Observatory and interagency groups will guide further response measures and long-term environmental safeguards.