Yucatán Orders Federal Review Of Coastal Development After Chuburná Dune Complaints
The Yucatán government has asked federal environmental authorities to inspect a large residential development in Chuburná Puerto following complaints that…
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Semarnat Approves Hotel Expansion Despite Unauthorized Construction and Beach Access Dispute in Playa del Carmen
Mexico's environment ministry authorized a $40 million hotel expansion in Playa del Carmen despite unauthorized construction and ongoing beach access…
Quintana Roo Considers Latin America’s First Permanent Dolphin Retirement Sanctuary In Cozumel
The Quintana Roo government is studying a proposal to create a permanent seaside sanctuary in Cozumel for dolphins retiring from…
Cozumel Collects Up to 10 Tons of Sargassum Daily as Seaweed Arrivals Spike
Cleanup crews in Cozumel are removing 6 to 10 tons of sargassum daily from eastern beaches to protect tourism and…
Cancún Business Closed for Improper Waste Disposal
Authorities in Cancún shut down a business for mishandling used cooking oil and grease.
Shark Sightings Increase Along Quintana Roo Coast, Experts Cite Healthy Ecosystem
Tiger and hammerhead sharks are appearing more often near Cancún, Isla Mujeres, and Cozumel, indicating a healthier marine ecosystem.
UNESCO Flags Insufficient Impact Assessment for Maya Train on Calakmul Reserve
UNESCO says Mexico failed to provide adequate impact assessment for Maya Train Section 7 on the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve.
Tulum Taxi Union Pledges Visible Fare Displays to Curb Overcharging Complaints
Tulum's taxi union announces visible fare charts in response to passenger complaints about excessive charges.
Rescue of Stranded Sea Turtle Captured on Video in Isla Mujeres
Civil protection personnel rescued a large white turtle stranded among rocks on Isla Mujeres.
Conafor Warns of Fraud Targeting Ejidos and Communities in Quintana Roo
Mexico's National Forest Commission warns of a scam using fake documents to request personal data from rural communities.