An oil spill in the Black Sea has led to the closure of beaches in Anapa, Russia, severely impacting the resort season. Despite the presence of fuel oil and warnings from the police, tourists are still visiting the area.

The coastline is now divided by sandy barriers covered with green nets designed to collect fuel oil during storms, preventing it from spreading further along the shore. Divers are working to remove the oil from the sea, but the situation has significantly altered the landscape of the popular resort destination.

While the sandy beaches are heavily affected, the pebble beaches of Anapa are proving to be a more attractive option for vacationers. The reduced amount of fuel oil on the stones is drawing crowds to these areas. Tourists continue to sunbathe and swim in the sea despite the environmental concerns and the presence of black bags filled with collected oil. The altered landscape has also led to tourists utilizing the protective barriers as recreational spots.