Fire Engulfs Part of Hotel and Adjacent Home on Holbox Island
A fire at a Holbox hotel spread to a neighboring home before being extinguished by volunteers and firefighters.
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Gas Tanker Fire on Highway Near Cancun Prompts Emergency Response
A gas tanker caught fire on the Mérida-Cancun highway, but no injuries were reported.
Bacalar’s Laguna de los Siete Colores Loses 277 Hectares of Mangroves in Two Decades, Study Finds
A study reveals Bacalar lost 277 hectares of mangroves and wetlands from 1999 to 2021, causing over $10.5 million in…
Xcaret Hosts Stars at the Platino Awards
The 13th Platino Awards began in Xcaret, honoring Ibero-American film and TV with 21 technical awards.
Quintana Roo Activates Over 800 Hurricane Shelters, Including Pet-Friendly Options
Quintana Roo prepares over 800 hurricane shelters, including pet-friendly spaces, as the 2026 season approaches.
Environmental Group Urges Selective, Planned Tourism Model for Southern Quintana Roo
DMAS warns Bacalar and Chetumal must avoid mass tourism to prevent environmental collapse.
Quintana Roo Plans Floating Power Plant at Calica Port to Secure Energy Supply
Quintana Roo considers a Turkish floating power plant at Calica port to generate 250 MW and ease energy strain.
Isla Mujeres Beaches Retain Blue Flag Certification With Top Scores
Playa Norte and Playa Centro in Isla Mujeres passed the Blue Flag audit with excellent marks.
Extreme Heat in Mexico: Deaths Double in a Week, Yucatan Cases Surge
Mexico reported 7 heat-related deaths as of May 6, with cases doubling in a week. Yucatan saw a surge in…
Yucatan Week Opens in Mexico City With Over 270 Exhibitors
Yucatan Week opens in Mexico City with 270+ exhibitors from 20+ municipalities, showcasing culture, gastronomy, and traditions.