Fire Destroys Over 30 Golf Carts in Mahahual, Causing Millions in Damage
Mahahual, Quintana Roo — A fierce fire early Saturday destroyed more than 30 golf carts in the coastal town of Mahahual, causing preliminary losses estimated at over 7.5 million pesos (about $400,000 USD), authorities said.
The blaze broke out shortly after midnight on Calle Caribe, near the port of Mahahual. Flames spread quickly among the parked vehicles, waking neighbors who reported seeing a glow and smelling smoke.
Firefighters and emergency responders arrived at the scene but could not prevent most of the carts from being completely charred. Each golf cart was valued at approximately 250,000 pesos (about $13,000 USD), placing total damages above 7.5 million pesos.
No injuries were reported.
The area remains cordoned off as investigators work to determine the cause of the fire and whether it was accidental or intentional.
Javier Mendez covers public safety, law enforcement, and legal affairs in Quintana Roo. He monitors official reports from the FGE (State Prosecutor's Office), the Mexican Navy, and municipal police to deliver accurate English summaries of crime, trafficking cases, arrests, and court rulings affecting the Riviera Maya region.Javier has been covering crime and public safety news since 2023, reporting on cases ranging from felony arrests and human trafficking investigations to court proceedings and organized crime-related incidents across Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Chetumal. His reporting provides English-speaking residents and travelers with reliable, timely information about safety conditions in Quintana Roo's major tourist destinations.Javier works closely with official government sources and press offices to verify facts before publication, and maintains an archive of law enforcement communications to provide context for ongoing stories. He is dedicated to accurate, factual reporting on complex safety issues that affect both residents and visitors to the region.For story tips: javier@rivieramayanews.mx
