Cancún Residents Block Avenida Tules Over Sewage Overflow

Cancún, Quintana Roo — Residents of Cancún’s Region 247 blocked Avenida Tules on Tuesday night, demanding that authorities address drains overflowing with raw sewage in the area.

The protest began at about 10:50 p.m., when residents closed the roadway between the street where the Friday street market is set up and the road where a Telmex antenna stands.

Residents said the presence of wastewater has become a persistent problem for those living nearby, prompting them to shut down the avenue to draw the attention of officials and press for a solution.

Road Closed with Blocks and Logs

To stop vehicles from passing, demonstrators placed bags, blocks and logs across Avenida Tules.

The closure quickly caused problems for motorists in that part of Region 247. Some drivers had to make U-turns when they reached the protest.

Others used the oncoming lane to continue their journey, briefly turning a stretch of the road into a two-way route.

The situation raised the risk for nighttime travelers, as vehicles had to maneuver around the objects placed on the roadway and search for a way through.

Neighbors Await Response from Authorities

Residents described the demonstration as peaceful and said the goal of the blockade is to get authorities to deal with the overflowing drains.

As of the latest report, protesters remained at the site awaiting the arrival of Municipal Police and Traffic officers to handle the traffic situation.

Neighbors also expect the relevant agencies to step in and resolve the sewage problem that triggered the protest.

The blockade on Avenida Tules continued to disrupt traffic through Tuesday night, and motorists were advised to take precautions when traveling through Region 247 and to use alternate routes.