Playa del Carmen Installs 5-Kilometer Barrier to Combat Sargassum Influx
Playa del Carmen deploys a 5km marine barrier to contain sargassum, part of a major environmental strategy.
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Record Sargassum Threatens Mexican Caribbean with Historic 2026 Influx, Pressuring Quintana Roo
Experts warn of unprecedented sargassum influx threatening tourism and ecosystems in Quintana Roo.
Massive Sargassum Influx Overwhelms Chelem Beaches in Yucatan
A massive influx of sargassum is overwhelming beaches in Chelem, Yucatan, despite ongoing cleanup efforts.
Cancún to Continue Using Parcel 175 for Sargazo Disposal in 2026
Sargazo collected from Cancún's beaches will be disposed of at the same site this year, officials said.
Researchers Propose Using Sargassum Seaweed in Construction Materials
Mexican researchers develop sargassum-based construction materials that reduce concrete use and improve insulation.
Mexican Navy Anticipates Sargassum Season Similar to Last Year in Caribbean
The Mexican Navy forecasts a sargassum season similar to last year's, with monitoring and barriers planned.
Sargazo in Mexican Caribbean Hits Record January Levels, 2026 Could Be Another Critical Year
Sargazo seaweed reached record January levels in the Mexican Caribbean, with 2026 projected to be another critical year.
Cancún Prepares for Potential Atypical Sargassum Influx in February
Cancún activates protocols for potential sargassum influx during cold fronts, with 250 workers deployed for beach cleanup.
Cold Weather Fails to Deter Beachgoers as Winds Clear Sargassum from Cancún Shores
Winds from a cold front cleared sargassum from Cancún beaches, drawing hundreds of visitors despite chilly temperatures.
Early Sargassum Influx Causes Millions in Losses for Quintana Roo Fishing Sector
Early sargassum arrival suffocates at least eight tons of live lobster, causing catastrophic losses for Quintana Roo fishermen.