Scientists Alarmed by Enormous Dead Zone in Gulf of Mexico
The dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico has grown larger this year due to nutrient-rich discharge, impacting aquatic life and exceeding previous forecasts. [ more ]
Photos: Crab fishing in the Mississippi River Basin
Crab fisherman Lance Nacio is facing challenges in continuing his family's fishing business along the coast of Louisiana.
The Gulf of Mexico is experiencing an oxygen-deprived area over 18 times the size of Chicago due to pollution from the Mississippi River Basin. [ more ]
Chevron Warns of Billions in Charges From California Challenges, Gulf of Mexico Assets
Chevron said it will book $3.5 billion to $4 billion in charges for the fourth quarter, citing challenges tied to regulations in California and previously sold oil and gas production assets in the Gulf of Mexico.