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.
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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.
Sargasso Costs Mexican Hotels as Much as Electricity, Industry Leader Says
Sargasso cleanup costs rival electricity bills for hotels in Quintana Roo, says industry leader.
Quintana Roo Activates Insurance to Protect Beaches and Reefs Ahead of Hurricane Season
Quintana Roo activates a $9M insurance policy to restore beaches and reefs after hurricanes, and intensifies sargassum cleanup.
Fishermen in Playa del Carmen Say Sargasso Collection for Commercial Use Is Not Viable
Tourism operators and fishermen in Playa del Carmen say collecting sargasso for profit is not feasible without specialized equipment.
Sargassum Influx Under Control on Grand Costa Maya Beaches
Authorities say sargassum arrival is manageable thanks to barriers and cleanup efforts in Mahahual.
Puerto Morelos Intensifies Sargassum Fight With Barriers, Daily Cleanups
Puerto Morelos deploys 2,310-meter barrier and daily brigades to combat record sargassum arrivals.
Quintana Roo Deploys 150 Navy Troops, 7,500 Meters of New Sargassum Barriers
Cancun — In response to the early arrival of sargassum seaweed on the coasts of...
Mexico Deploys 150 Navy Personnel to Combat Sargassum in Quintana Roo
Mexico deploys 150 Navy personnel and a new vessel to combat sargassum in Quintana Roo, focusing on Playa del Carmen.
Navy Barrier Fails to Contain Massive Sargassum Influx in Playa del Carmen
A Navy-installed barrier cannot stop the heavy sargassum arrival on Playa del Carmen beaches, with 100 tons collected daily.