Environmentalist Demands Environmental Impact Study for Sargassum Barriers in Playa del Carmen Over Sea Turtle Risk
An activist warns sargassum barriers in Playa del Carmen need environmental studies to protect nesting sea turtles.
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Quintana Roo’s Sargassum Recycling Project Nears Launch Ahead of Peak Season
A project to turn sargassum into valuable resources in Puerto Morelos could start within months as the state prepares for…
Quintana Roo Considers New Sargassum Barriers for Cancún’s Playa Coral
Quintana Roo officials study installing barriers at Playa Coral as state expands sargassum containment efforts.
Cancún’s Lifeguard Tower Upgrade Delayed as Sargassum Cleanup Intensifies Ahead of High Season
Cancún's lifeguard tower renovation remains pending as sargassum cleanup efforts increase before the tourist season.
Quintana Roo Intensifies Sargassum Cleanup as 4,500 Tons Collected This Year
Quintana Roo has collected 4,500 tons of sargassum this year and plans intensified cleanup efforts starting in March.
Playa del Carmen Braces for Up to 60,000 Tons of Sargassum, Double Last Year’s Volume
Playa del Carmen could see 50,000 to 60,000 tons of sargassum this season, double 2025's amount, officials say.
132 Tons of Sargassum Wash Ashore in Playa del Carmen, Bringing 2026 Total to 2,000 Tons
A new sargassum influx in Playa del Carmen brings the year's total to 2,000 tons, raising concerns for the upcoming…
Mexican Institute Explores Using Sargassum as Livestock Feed, Urges Youth to See Farming as Economic Opportunity
A Mexican institute is researching sargassum as livestock feed while encouraging youth to view agriculture as a viable career.
Quintana Roo Braces for Record Sargassum Season in 2026
Quintana Roo prepares for a record sargassum influx with over 2,400 tons already collected and 60 million tons projected.
Sargazo-Free Weekend Ahead for Many Quintana Roo Beaches
Several Quintana Roo destinations will have minimal sargazo presence this weekend, offering good beach conditions.