Cozumel Health Officials Step Up Prevention Against Malaria and Dengue
Cozumel health authorities maintain surveillance after a probable malaria case in a visitor from another state.
Environment
New Road in Tulum Threatens Sac Actun, One of World’s Largest Flooded Cave Systems, Activists Say
Environmental groups and Maya communities denounce a 16-km road project that they say endangers the Sac Actun cave system and…
Puerto Aventuras Maritime Community Mobilizes to Remove Sargassum as Tourism Suffers
Boat owners and service providers in Puerto Aventuras launched a voluntary cleanup of sargassum to protect tourism and navigation.
Xcalak Faces Severe Sargassum Crisis as Fishermen Report Heavy Losses
Xcalak community battles historic sargassum influx with no government aid, causing economic losses and threatening the Mesoamerican Reef.
Puerto Morelos Ramps Up Sargassum Fight With Barriers, Navy Support
Puerto Morelos removes over 4,000 tons of sargassum in 2026 using barriers, Navy vessels, and hotel sector cooperation.
Authorities Halt Construction of Macondo Playacar Condo Project in Playa del Carmen
Authorities suspended construction of the Macondo Playacar condominium project in Playa del Carmen during a permit and environmental review.
Quintana Roo Reports 22 Heat-Related Illnesses as Summer Temperatures Soar
Quintana Roo has recorded 22 heat-related illnesses, including heatstroke and dehydration, as summer temperatures rise.
Cozumel Lawmaker Highlights Environmental, Security Efforts Amid Wastewater Concerns
Deputy Renán Sánchez Tajonar discusses wastewater treatment, animal welfare reforms, and education-based crime prevention in Cozumel.
Quintana Roo Distributes Food Cards to Over 1,200 Fishermen During Ban Seasons
SEDARPE delivers electronic food cards to 1,251 fishermen across eight municipalities, investing over 3.3 million pesos.
Architects Propose Coastal Walkway in Playa del Carmen to Combat Sargasso and Beach Erosion
Architects propose a coastal walkway in Playa del Carmen to curb sargasso influx and beach erosion.