Overview
- Artisanal fishers reported an oily sheen off El Alto and shared videos showing crude flowing from the PN-2 platform at the Peña Negra field in Lot Z-69.
- OEFA has begun on-site supervision to verify what occurred and will conduct water and seabed sampling to assess any environmental impact.
- The watchdog will review whether Petroperú activated its contingency plan and implemented control, containment, and cleanup measures as required.
- Osinergmin initiated oversight of Petroperú to check compliance with technical and safety rules and the emergency response plan, with potential sanctions under evaluation.
- Authorities have not confirmed the volume or full extent of the incident, and officials indicated the subtidal area near the platform may be affected as the investigation continues.