environment
March 28, 2026
Fishermen reported that an oil spill registered in early March persists in Paraguaná
Fishermen from Falcón state reported on Friday, March 27, that an oil spill reported in March persists
TL;DR
- An oil spill reported in early March in Paraguaná, Falcón state, is ongoing.
- The spill originated from pipeline line 3 supplying the Paraguaná Refining Complex, near Puerto Cardonalito.
- It impacts fishing activities in sectors like Tiguadare, Mitare, Tacuato, Cayude, and Prudencio.
- This is reportedly the seventh oil spill this year and over 80 leaks since 2019 in the area's pipelines.
- Fishermen have reported the spill to PDVSA and Insopesca but await an official response.
- As of March 27, the spill extended approximately 30 km inland and 40 km at sea.
- Fishermen demand the publication of IVIC study results on alleged 'ecocide' and call for concrete measures and pipeline substitution.
- Affected individuals receive food and monetary incentives but seek compensation and environmental cleanup.