Coastal Erosion Devours Yucatan Beaches After Decades of Poor Planning
Coastal erosion in Yucatan has accelerated, swallowing beaches and threatening communities after decades of infrastructure projects.
Environment
Scientists Warn of Rapid Contamination Risk to Bacalar Lagoon in Quintana Roo
Researchers warn Bacalar Lagoon's porous limestone allows pollutants to reach its waters within hours, threatening its ecosystem.
Sargazo Seaweed Could Reach 120,000 Tons in Waves This Year, Officials Warn
Sargazo seaweed may exceed 120,000 tons in Quintana Roo this year, arriving in waves with peak impact expected in May…
First-Ever Nesting of Coastal Rail Recorded at Punta Sur in Cozumel
Coastal rail birds observed nesting for the first time at Punta Sur, Cozumel, highlighting wetland conservation.
Yucatán Converts Sargassum Seaweed Into Fertilizer to Tackle Caribbean Environmental Crisis
A Yucatán plant processes sargassum into biofertilizers and animal feed, aiming to turn a coastal nuisance into an industry.
Playa del Carmen Residents Petition for Improved Animal Control Center Funding
A petition with over 500 signatures calls for municipal budget to upgrade Playa del Carmen's animal control center.
Cold Front 43 Brings Heavy Rains and Extreme Heat to Quintana Roo
Cold Front 43 will cause heavy rains, thunderstorms, and heat up to 39°C in Quintana Roo, with high waves along…
Rare Red Sprite Phenomenon Captured Over Yucatan Coast
A rare red sprite, a high-altitude electrical discharge, was photographed over the Yucatan coast.
International Tribunal to Assess Environmental and Social Impacts of Maya Train Project
An international tribunal will present findings on the Maya Train's environmental and social impacts in Quintana Roo.
Cancún Earns ‘Tree City of the World 2025’ Distinction for Urban Reforestation
Cancún receives international recognition for planting over 2,700 trees through its Arboriza Cancún program.