Mexico oil spill hits tourism, fishing

AI Briefing

• – A major oil spill has contaminated Mexico's Gulf coast beaches and disrupted local fishing and tourism businesses.
• – Fishermen and restaurant owners are struggling to cope with the environmental damage, with many unable to fish due to tar-covered nets.
• – The source of the spill remains unclear, despite a statement from state energy firm Pemex that its facilities are safe and free of leaks.