The Russian vessel caught fire in port and was towed out to sea to sink . Three - inch oil slick also threatens tourist attractions on beaches and La beaches . Clear - up operations ongoing on beaches near the town of Maspalomas .
The Russian vessel caught fire in port and was towed out to sea to sink . Three-mile oil slick also threatens tourist spots on Tenerife and La Gomera . Clear-up operations ongoing on beaches near tourist town of Maspalomas .