Jul 16, 2024

Ongoing Struggles After Oil Spill in Tobago

Kandace Jackson

From pockets of oil continuously resurfacing to struggles with repairing vessels, health concerns, and loss of business, these are just some of the many challenges faced by the residents of Lambeau since February 7th. On that day, the Gulfstream overturned and shipwrecked on a reef near Cove, leaking oil into the area. 🌊⚓️

While the government has successfully decanted the oil from the ship and is currently working on salvaging the wreckage, the residents of Lambeau say their problems are far from over. 🛢️ Residents voiced their concerns at Monday’s consultation on compensation, sharing the ongoing hardships they continue to endure. 💬

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📰 Originally published by Tobago Updates, this story is supported by the Caribbean Climate Justice Journalism Fellowship, a collaboration between Climate Tracker and Open Society Foundations. 🤝🌎

Kandace Jackson

Kandace Jackson has been a dedicated journalist based in Tobago for the past twelve years, specialising in environmental reporting. Her deep passion for the environment and a relentless pursuit of adventure drive her to keep climate justice issues at the forefront of her work.

Currently stationed at Tobago Updates, Jackson is renowned for her hands-on approach to journalism – whether venturing out to sea or hiking through the rainforest – to fully grasp and convey the challenges at hand, thereby raising awareness about environmental concerns. When she’s not reporting, Jackson enjoys spending her downtime immersed in nature, whether it’s relaxing at the beach, exploring new landscapes, travelling, or losing herself in a good book.

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