U.S. GULF SHUTS DOWN 72% OF OIL PRODUCTION The U.S. Gulf of Mexico has shut in 71.5% of daily oil production and 58.8% of natural gas output, according to the Marine Minerals Administration. Personnel have been evacuated from 129 offshore production platforms, representing nearly 35% of manned facilities. The widespread shutdowns highlight major disruptions to U.S. energy supply amid severe weather conditions.(彭博社)