Playa del Carmen Boosts Wildlife Protection with New Training

Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo — The municipal government of Playa del Carmen, under the leadership of Mayor Estefanía Mercado, has launched a specialized training program to strengthen wildlife protection efforts. Personnel from the Secretariat of Civil Protection, Risk Prevention, and Firefighting are participating in the Basic Wildlife Management Course, aimed at safeguarding at-risk species and maintaining ecological balance.

Comprehensive Training for Wildlife Rescue

From June 12 to 18, operational staff, overseen by Civil Protection Secretary Darwin Covarrubias, are receiving virtual instruction on critical topics, including current environmental legislation, response protocols, and procedures for wildlife rescue and care. The program emphasizes local action and ecological preservation.

The course is a collaborative effort involving Mexico’s Secretariat of Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT), the Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa), Quintana Roo’s Institute of Biodiversity and Protected Natural Areas, and the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW).

Strengthening Interagency Coordination

The initiative enhances coordination between Civil Protection and environmental authorities, ensuring swift responses to citizen reports while adhering to legal standards and prioritizing animal welfare.

Mayor Estefanía Mercado’s administration reaffirmed its commitment to environmental conservation, professional development in public service, and collaborative efforts to foster a more ecologically responsible municipality.