132 Tons of Sargassum Wash Ashore in Playa del Carmen, Bringing 2026 Total to 2,000 Tons
A new sargassum influx in Playa del Carmen brings the year's total to 2,000 tons, raising concerns for the upcoming…
Environment
Playa del Carmen Launches Cleanup Campaign to Combat Mosquito-Borne Diseases
Playa del Carmen launches a cleanup campaign to remove items that collect water and breed mosquitoes.
Cold Front Brings Chilly Temperatures and Rough Seas to Quintana Roo
A cold front brings lower temperatures, rain, and strong winds to Mexico's Quintana Roo state.
Activists Demand Closure of Playa del Carmen Zoo Amid Animal Cruelty Allegations
Activists accuse Animalandia Maya of exploiting big cat cubs for tourist photos, citing poor conditions and illegal breeding permits.
Mexican Institute Explores Using Sargassum as Livestock Feed, Urges Youth to See Farming as Economic Opportunity
A Mexican institute is researching sargassum as livestock feed while encouraging youth to view agriculture as a viable career.
Quintana Roo Braces for Record Sargassum Season in 2026
Quintana Roo prepares for a record sargassum influx with over 2,400 tons already collected and 60 million tons projected.
Crocodile Rescued from Storm Drain Near Government Palace in Chetumal
Firefighters rescued a crocodile trapped in a storm drain near the Government Palace in Chetumal.
Agua Azul Community Launches Ecotourism Promotion Strategy for 2026
Agua Azul in Quintana Roo launches a 2026 ecotourism strategy to attract visitors with activities like kayaking and hiking.
Mexico’s Environment Ministry Blocks Mayakoba North Tourism Project Over Environmental Damage
Mexico's environment ministry rejected the Mayakoba North project in Playa del Carmen, citing environmental damage and lack of permits.
Mexico Approves Major Solar Park Project in Yucatan
Mexico's environment ministry approved a solar park in Peto, Yucatan, with a 50-year operational lifespan.