Massive Sargasso Influx Causes Marine Die-Off in Xcalak, Quintana Roo
A massive sargasso arrival in Xcalak has killed hundreds of fish and other marine species, alarming residents and threatening tourism.
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Quintana Roo Surpasses 42,000 Tons of Sargasso Collected in 2026
Quintana Roo has collected over 42,000 tons of sargasso in 2026, with plans to expand anti-sargasso barriers.
Sargassum Overwhelms 55 Beaches Across Mexico’s Caribbean Coast
Excessive sargassum has been reported on 55 beaches in Quintana Roo, with 30 in the north and 25 in the…
Navy removes 39,500 tons of sargassum from Quintana Roo
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo — The Mexican Navy, in coordination with federal, state and...
Galician Researcher Turns Sargassum Into Agricultural Raw Material
Elena Martínez, 27, transforms invasive sargassum into bio-stimulants for agriculture, earning a spot on Forbes' list.
Playa El Recodo Struggles to Recover as Sargassum Impact Persists
Tourist fishermen report zero earnings for a week due to heavy sargassum influx and port closures.
Quintana Roo Deploys Largest Sargassum Vessel as Massive Bloom Approaches
Quintana Roo will deploy its largest sargassum collection vessel yet, as a massive bloom detected by satellite nears its coast.
Cancún Beaches Remain Clear as Sargasso Hits Other Parts of Quintana Roo
Cancún's beaches stay clear while 30 beaches in Quintana Roo face excessive sargasso levels.
Hoteliers Urge More Barges to Combat Sargassum in Playa del Carmen
Hoteliers say the Mexican Navy lacks enough vessels to collect sargassum at sea, threatening local tourism.
Cancún Intensifies Sargassum Cleanup After Southern Winds Drive Algae Ashore
Cancún officials have ramped up sargassum removal after southern winds caused heavy seaweed buildup on hotel zone beaches.