Bonaire is facing a mounting environmental crisis as the oil spill originating from Tobago reaches its shores, endangering both humans and nature on the island.
Ecosystems in peril
The government in a statement shared that vulnerable mangrove forests, crucial for coastal stability and biodiversity, are under imminent threat.
Fish and coral ecosystems face dire consequences as the oil infiltrates their habitats, jeopardizing the island’s rich marine life.
With tourism integral to Bonaire’s economy, efforts to safeguard vital areas like the mangrove-rich Lac Bay are prioritized.
